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Chaplain - Wage/PRN

The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia
$26.23 hourly. Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education.
United States, Virginia, Charlottesville
1215 Lee Street (Show on map)
Feb 20, 2026
Responsible for providing and coordinating pastoral care with patients families visitors and staff; teaching chaplain residents chaplain interns medical students community clergy and community groups; and serving with special initiatives of the Medical Center such as with the bereavement committee and the critical incident committee. Provides empathic resourceful pastoral care. Ability to teach effectively. Ability to work as a member of the pastoral care team and interdisciplinary team. Values and practices the highest standards of professional and personal ethics. Participates in special initiatives and religious services within the Medical Center. Reaches out to community clergy and groups to provide education support and coordination with medical center care. In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Education: Master's degree in theology or equivalent from an accredited institution recognized by the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). Completion of four units of clinical pastoral education (CPE). Experience: None. Licensure: Board Certified, Provisionally Board Certified, or Board Eligible Chaplain. If the person is not Board Certified on hire, achieve full or provisional Board Certification within 24 months of hire. (Once board certification is achieved, it must be maintained for continuing employment.) PHYSICAL DEMANDS Job requires frequently traveling (distance: 500 yards). Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull < 20lbs. May be exposed to blood/body fluids and infectious disease. The starting base rate for this role is $26.23 hourly. Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education. UVA Health is a world-class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center. 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report "Best Hospitals" guide rates UVA Health University Medical Center as "High Performing" in 5 adult specialties and 14 conditions/procedures. We are one of 70 National Cancer Institute designated cancer centers. UVA Health Children's is named by 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report as the best children's hospital in Virginia with 9 specialties ranked among the best in the nation. Our footprint also encompasses 3 community hospitals and an integrated network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Charlottesville, Culpeper, Northern Virginia, and beyond. The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA's commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.