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Highland Hospital

Per Diem Chaplain

Rochester, NY · On-site

$23.03 - $32.30/hr

Highland Hospital is seeking a per diem Chaplain to assist with coverage. The Per Diem Chaplain provides spiritual care for patients, family and staff. The Chaplain functions as an interdisciplinary ...

UNC Health Careers

Hospital Chaplain

Smithfield, NC · On-site

$24.98 - $35.91/hr

The Chaplain provides compassionate spiritual and emotional support to patients, families, and ... Spiritual/Volunteer Srvs Work Type: Full Time Standard Hours Per Week: 30.00 Salary Range: $24.98 ...

UNC HEALTH

Hospital Chaplain

Smithfield, NC · On-site

$24.98 - $35.91/hr

The Chaplain provides compassionate spiritual and emotional support to patients, families, and ... Spiritual/Volunteer Srvs Work Type: Full Time Standard Hours Per Week: 30.00 Salary Range: $24.98 ...

UNC Health Careers

Hospital Chaplain

Smithfield, NC

$24.98 - $35.91/hr

The Chaplain provides compassionate spiritual and emotional support to patients, families, and ... Spiritual/Volunteer Srvs Work Type: Full Time Standard Hours Per Week: 30.00 Salary Range: $24.98 ...

Griffin Hospital

Chaplain, Per Diem

Derby, CT

Griffin Health is currently seeking a Per Diem Chaplain to join our Spiritual Care and Education ... Performing both in-hospital and on-call chaplaincy shifts , including weekends and holidays

Phoebe Ministries

Chaplain - Per Diem

Emmaus, PA · On-site

Chaplain - Per Diem Emmaus, PA Phoebe Ministries is hiring a Per Diem Chaplain to join our Chestnut Ridge at Rodale team located in Emmaus, PA. Phoebe offers great PERKS and BENEFITS : * Competitive ...

Griffin Health Services

Chaplain, Per Diem

Derby, CT · On-site

Griffin Health is currently seeking a Per Diem Chaplain to join our Spiritual Care and Education ... Performing both in-hospital and on-call chaplaincy shifts , including weekends and holidays

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How much do per diem hospital chaplain jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for per diem 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 are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a per diem hospital chaplain?

To thrive as a Per Diem Hospital Chaplain, you need theological training, clinical pastoral education (CPE), and familiarity with diverse religious beliefs, typically supported by ordination or endorsement from a recognized faith group. Competence with hospital charting systems and an understanding of HIPAA regulations are usually required. Compassion, strong listening skills, and cultural sensitivity help chaplains provide effective spiritual and emotional support to patients and families. These skills ensure holistic care and foster healing environments in the hospital setting.

What is a per diem hospital chaplain?

Per Diem Hospital Chaplains are spiritual care professionals who provide support to patients, families, and hospital staff on an as-needed basis rather than as full-time employees. They offer emotional and spiritual guidance, perform religious rituals, and assist during crises or end-of-life situations. Their flexible schedule allows hospitals to have spiritual care coverage during busy times, holidays, or when regular chaplains are unavailable.

What are the typical challenges faced by a per diem hospital chaplain, and how can they prepare for them?

Per Diem Hospital Chaplains often face the challenge of quickly building trust and rapport with patients, families, and staff in emotionally charged situations, sometimes with little prior notice. They must adapt to varying shifts and departments, encountering diverse spiritual needs and backgrounds. To prepare, chaplains should develop strong communication skills, practice self-care to manage emotional stress, and familiarize themselves with hospital protocols. Building relationships with the interdisciplinary team can also enhance their effectiveness and support network.
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Hospital Chaplain Per Diem

Tucson Medical Center

Tucson, AZ • On-site

Other

Re-posted 6 days ago

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Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

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Job description

Hospital Chaplain Per Diem
Job CategoryProfessional
SchedulePer Diem
ShiftRotating Shift

We are looking for an on-call over nights chaplain to join our spiritual care team.

SUMMARY:

Coordinates and provides spiritual care to patients, their loved ones, and TMC staff.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Participates in delivering and arranging appropriate spiritual care to patients, their loved ones, and staff.

Responds to requests for spiritual care in a timely manner.

Documents spiritual care visits in patient's EMR.

Promotes individual spiritual growth and provides a nurturing community for colleagues and volunteers.

Participates in the offering of and meeting ritual and sacramental needs of patients, their loved ones and staff.

Provide spiritual care in an interfaith/ecumenical setting.

Supports an interdisciplinary approach to spiritual care.

Participates in team meetings and rounds.

Serves on institutional committees as appointed.

Participates in maintenance of proper administrative procedures for the department in accordance with institutional policy.

Assists in the coordination of clergy and spiritual care visitors from the patient's religious community, as requested.

Keeps records of spiritual care activity to communicate with other members of the department and report to department/institution.

Participates in the department's plan for continuous quality improvement.

Participate in programs, administrative activities of the institution, and regular staff meetings.

Participate in regular professional development activities and supervision.

Adheres to and supports team members in exhibiting TMCH values of integrity, community, compassion, and dedication.

Adheres to TMCH organizational and department-specific safety and confidentiality policies and standards.

Performs related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION:

  • Masters of Divinity, Masters of Theology, Masters of Spiritual Care or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience required

  • Four (4) units of CPE (Clinical Pastoral Education) preferred.

EXPERIENCE:

  • Two (2) years of chaplain or spiritual care experience preferred.

LICENSURE OR CERTIFICATION:

  • Ordination or Commissioning for chaplaincy by an applicable organization required within one (1) year of hire required.

  • In good standing with appropriate authority by a recognized applicable organization required.

  • Eligibility for endorsement in specialized Spiritual Care by recognized group required.

  • Eligibility for board certification by a nationally recognized professional organization, such as Association of Professional Chaplains or others preferred.

  • For Hospice only: Basic Life Support (BLS) and Valid AZ fingerprint clearance care is required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

  • Knowledge of interfaith chaplaincy concepts and practices.

  • Advanced knowledge of principles and practices of Spiritual Care

  • Skilled in providing spiritual needs and guidance.

  • Values diversity and input from others.

  • Listens well; responds with empathy.

  • Skilled in maintaining composure and professional demeanor in difficult, volatile, and stressful situations.

  • Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

  • Ability to complete routine reports and correspondence.

  • Ability to listen and accurately interpret others' communication or instructions to take appropriate action.

  • Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.

  • Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those which an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and outside weather conditions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may potentially be exposed to infectious organisms during routine and emergency situations. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Employment Type: PER_DIEM

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