What are the responsibilities and job description for the Chaplain position at Lovelace Medical Center?
Overview
Join our team as a day shift, full-time, Chaplain & Spiritual Care Chaplain in Albuquerque, NM.
Why Join Us?
Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better
- Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
- People-First: We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
- Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.
Get to Know Your Team:
- Lovelace Medical Center is an acute care hospital, with 263 licensed beds, providing comprehensive care, including around-the-clock emergency care, surgical services, non-invasive robotic spine surgery, stroke care, radiology, and oncology services.
Responsibilities
Provides a full range of pastoral care services to patients, family members and staff. Adheres to policies, procedures, and regulations to ensure compliance and patient safety.
Qualifications
Job Requirements:
- Clinical Pastoral Education: Completion of at least one unit of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE).
- Education: Master of Divinity (M.Div.) or equivalent theological degree from an accredited institution.
- Experience: Demonstrated experience providing pastoral care in a healthcare setting, including experience with crisis intervention and end-of-life care.
- Skills: Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to offer compassionate support to individuals from diverse backgrounds and faith traditions.
- Ethics and Professionalism: Adherence to ethical standards and professional conduct as outlined by the ACPE and other relevant organizations.
- Flexibility: Ability to work flexible hours, including on-call shifts, evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
Preferred Job Requirements:
Clinical Pastoral Education: Completion of at least four units of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE).
Certification: Nationally board certified by a recognized certification board (e.g., Board of Chaplaincy Certification Inc., Association of Professional Chaplains).
Additional Certification: Additional board certifications or specialized training in areas such as grief counseling, trauma care, or palliative care.
Ordination/Endorsement/Licensure
