Chaplain Per Diem

Offers spiritual and emotional support directly to patients and their families, caregivers, and team members. Responsible for assisting with organization of daily activities as assigned. Functions as a member of the team by attending interdisciplinary team conference, support meetings, and other meetings as appropriate. Assesses each patient, family member, and caregiver for spiritual needs and concerns in consultation with other team members. Provides direct chaplaincy services (when accepted) to patients, family members, and caregivers of different philosophies and religious perspectives. Consults, if requested by patient or family, the patient’s clergy of choice and advises them on admission. Documents all visits and phone calls in the electronic medical record within an appropriate time frame. Provides consultation, counsel, and support to other team members as appropriate. Assists with training programs and in-service education as requested. Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job.