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Department of State Hospitals

Catholic Chaplain

Patton, CA · On-site

$5.7K - $7.5K/mo

Patton State Hospital, Human Resources Department is accepting applications for at least one (1) ... The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired. * The ...

St. Rose Dominican San Martin

Chaplain

Las Vegas, NV · On-site

$25.55 - $38/hr

Provides for and participates in hospital dedication/blessing ceremonies as well as provide ... S. residents. If you are passionate about a career where your skills are valued, your compassion is ...

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How much do children's hospital chaplain jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 2, 2026, the average hourly pay for children's hospital chaplain in the United States is $31.95, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $25.24 and $34.86 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a children's hospital chaplain?

A Children's Hospital Chaplain provides spiritual and emotional support to pediatric patients, their families, and hospital staff. They offer prayers, counseling, and companionship during difficult times, regardless of religious affiliation. Chaplains also assist with end-of-life care, ethical concerns, and coping strategies for families facing serious illnesses. Their goal is to bring comfort, hope, and guidance in a hospital setting.

What does a children's hospital chaplain do?

A typical day for a Children's Hospital Chaplain involves visiting patients and families, offering emotional and spiritual support, conducting prayers or religious ceremonies as requested, and collaborating with medical staff as part of the care team. Chaplains also provide crisis intervention during emergencies, assist with end-of-life care, and may lead group support sessions or memorial services. The work is dynamic and requires flexibility, as you may be called upon to address urgent needs at any moment. This role offers a deep sense of purpose and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and their loved ones during difficult times.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a children's hospital chaplain?

To thrive as a Children's Hospital Chaplain, you need a background in pastoral care or theology, experience working with children and families, and advanced certification from chaplaincy organizations such as the Association of Professional Chaplains. Familiarity with electronic medical record (EMR) systems and hospital protocols is often required, alongside specialized training in trauma, grief counseling, or pediatric spiritual care. Compassion, cultural sensitivity, emotional resilience, and strong interpersonal communication are vital soft skills for supporting patients and collaborating with healthcare teams. These competencies enable chaplains to provide holistic emotional and spiritual support in a high-stress pediatric healthcare environment.

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Infographic showing various Children'S Hospital Chaplain job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 3% As Needed, 73% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 7% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $66,452 per year, or $31.9 per hour.

Otolaryngology - Pediatric Physician

Nemours Children's Health

Pensacola, FL • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

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8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

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Generous sign-on bonus offered!
Nemours is supportive of J-1 waiver candidates
Nemours Children s Health, Pensacola is seeking multiple Pediatric Otolaryngologists to work in partnership with Studer Family Children s Hospital at Ascension Sacred Heart.
The pediatric otolaryngology position involves a comprehensive clinical experience with a wide variety of clinical roles and responsibilities, including inpatient, partial and consultation-liaison; in a dynamic and growing pediatric hospital setting. We provide high quality pediatric tertiary care to a wide service area. Our Department has full-time Audiology, PA, and RN support, and enjoys an industry leading electronic medical record. We have an Academic affiliation with Florida State University College of Medicine and research opportunities exist for interested applicants.
Key Responsibilities.
  • Evaluates and treats patients with appropriate medical diagnostic and surgical treatment skills.
  • Recommends, participates in, and works to ensure the success of efforts to improve cost effectiveness and quality of care provided to patients.
  • Accepts patient referrals from other physicians. Acts as consulting physician for patients who require hospitalization for primary diagnoses, depending on needs of patients, medical staff and hospital.
  • Participates in academic programs (e.g. medical education and research) as requested. Rounds with pediatric residents in area of specialty.
  • Provides appropriate documentation that meets insurance company requirements; appeal all denials in a timely manner.
  • Participates in inpatient and outpatient consultation for specialty including on-call schedule
  • Adheres, contributes, and develops clinical patient pathways to ensure a standardized approach to pediatric surgical medicine.
What We Offer
  • No state income tax in Florida
  • Competitive base compensation
  • Annual incentive compensation that values clinical activity, academic accomplishments and quality improvement
  • Comprehensive benefits: health, life, dental, vision
  • Mortgage assistance, relocation packages and 403B with employer match, 457 retirement savings plans
  • Licensure, CME and dues allowance
  • Not-for-profit status; eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
Qualifications
  • MD or DO
  • Board certified/eligible in area of specialty
  • Eligible for unrestricted Florida medical license and DEA
About Pensacola
  • Home to pristine white beaches and the iconic emerald waters of the Gulf Coast (consistently voted one of the top beaches in the country)
  • Pensacola boasts a rich history including pre-Civil War forts, archaeological sites, the title of America s first settlement, and is home to the US Navy s flight demonstration squadron, The Blue Angels.
  • Cost of living below the national average
  • The perfect combination of a relaxed beach town and bustling metropolitan center, Pensacola s temperate and climate offer a friendly community and an unparalleled quality of life.
  • Pensacola prides itself on its diverse and emerging cultures. Annual festivals, events, and performances display the region s greatest musicians, food, artists, shows, and vendors that captivate the heart and history of the area.
About Ascension Sacred Heart Studer Family Children s Hospital
As part of Ascension, the largest non-profit health system in the U.S. and the world s largest Catholic health system, Sacred Heart Hospital Pensacola is a 566-bed facility that offers:
  • Studer Family Children s Hospital is the region s only children s hospital and is a full-service pediatric facility including a dedicated pediatric emergency department/trauma center, 48 general pediatric beds, 10 Hem/Onc beds and a 75 bed NICU. The hospital utilizes the Cerner EMR.
  • Sacred Heart was founded by the Daughters of Charity in 1915. The Sacred Heart Children s Hospital opened their doors on April 1, 1969.
  • While technology has improved dramatically, and the buildings have grown and expanded, the commitment to the mission remains steadfast: to provide excellent health care to all people, with special attention to the poor and vulnerable.
  • The Studer Family Children s Hospital at Ascension Sacred Heart is dedicated to the care of sick and injured babies and children regardless of the patient s ability to pay.
  • The campus includes an onsite Ronald McDonald House and in-house Ronald McDonald Family Room, a regional pediatric dialysis center, pediatric sedation for imaging studies
  • There is a Pediatric Residency program that has been training Pediatricians since 1970.

About the Team
At Nemours Children's, our physicians collaborate across specialties, practices, and hospital settings to deliver care that is among the safest, most compassionate, and most advanced in pediatric medicine. As part of a fully integrated health system with strong academic partnerships, we are focused on achieving exceptional outcomes across every specialty.
We continuously measure and improve outcomes to ensure consistent, top-tier care for children and families. Our culture supports professional growth, collaboration, and innovation while advancing our mission to create the healthiest generations of children.
We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and to creating a strong sense of belonging for patients, families, and team members alike. Nemours is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes candidates of all backgrounds.
About Us
Nemours Children's Health is an internationally recognized pediatric health system serving more than 1.7 million patient encounters each year. We deliver care across six states through two freestanding children s hospitals Nemours Children's Hospital, Delaware and Nemours Children's Hospital, Florida along with a network of more than 80 primary, urgent, and specialty care practices and more than 40 hospital partnerships.
Backed by the Nemours Foundation and Alfred I. duPont Trust, our $1.7B nonprofit system is dedicated to improving children's health through clinical care, research, education, advocacy, and prevention. Our Whole Child Health approach focuses equally on prevention and treatment, partnering with communities to help every child thrive.
Inclusion and belonging guide our strategy and growth. We are committed to culturally relevant care, reducing health disparities, and fostering an environment where every associate, patient, and family feels supported and valued.

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As one of the nation's leading pediatric health care systems, Nemours is committed to providing all children with their best chance to grow up healthy. We offer integrated, family-centered care to more than 300,000 children each year in our pediatric hospitals, specialty clinics, primary care practices, and school-based health centers in Delaware, Florida, Maryland, New Jersey and Pennsylvania. Nemours strives to ensure a healthier tomorrow for all children - even those who may never enter our doors - through our world-changing research, education and advocacy efforts.

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Health care and social assistance and hospitals

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Jacksonville, FL, US

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