Virginia Mason Franciscan Health brings together two award winning health systems in Washington state - CHI Franciscan and Virginia Mason. As one integrated health system with the most patient access points in western Washington our team includes 18,000 staff and nearly 5,000 employed physicians and affiliated providers. At Virginia Mason Franciscan Health you will find the safest and highest quality of care provided by our expert, compassionate medical care team at 11 hospitals and nearly 300 sites throughout the greater Puget Sound region.

Virginia Mason Medical Center, was recognized among the Best Hospitals in Washington state by U.S. News & World Report. Located in Seattle, WA, Virginia Mason is an internationally recognized leader in the continuous improvement of health care. With an extensive list of awards and distinctions that includes our recognition as Top Hospital of the Decade by The Leapfrog Group, Virginia Mason offers you the opportunity to partner with exceptionally talented peers at every level. You will contribute to the strength of our Team Medicine approach to collaborative medicine and benefit from the changes enacted through our Virginia Mason Production System, a model that has transformed health care by providing patients with easier access to care, reducing errors, and continuously innovating patient safety and quality that has been adopted by other organizations here and abroad. Join us, and find out how many ways Virginia Mason offers you the chance to focus on what really matters - our patients.

The Chaplain serves in a non-denominational role to provide emotional and spiritual support and counseling to patients and their families.

• Provides counseling and support to patients, families and/or significant others for emotional and spiritual issues.
• Maintains proper documentation of pastoral visits to patients, families and/or significant others.
• For persons of specific faiths who wish ministry from within their faith, identifies and makes referrals to appropriate and available clergy or religious leaders in the community. Serves as liaison to community spiritual groups as appropriate.
• Organizes and leads spiritual services. May organize and facilitate bereavement groups.
• Participates as a member of the clinical team for care planning.
• May participate as a member of the Ethics Committee, providing consultation and guidance.
• May provide educational programs for VM staff, community clergy, religious and/or lay representatives as appropriate.

As a part of our organization, we currently offer the following additional benefits:

- Education Loan Forgiveness for qualifying loans

- Competitive starting wages (DOE) and training to grow within the company

- Paid Time Off (PTO)

- Health/Dental/Vision Insurance

- Flexible health spending accounts (FSA)

- Matching 401(k) and 457(b) Retirement Programs

- Tuition Assistance for career growth and development

- Care@Work premium account for additional support with children, pets, dependent adults, and household needs

- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family

- Voluntary Protection: Group Accident, Critical Illness, and Identify Theft

- Adoption Assistance

- Wellness Program

We deliver inspired people to do meaningful work.

• Completion of an accredited theological training program at the Masters level or higher, plus Completion of at least two units of clinical Pastoral education, required.
• Ability to counsel and support persons in crisis and illness.
• Ability to demonstrate trust, empathy and inclusivity.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong skills in teaching and public speaking.

Preferred:

• Two years experience as a Chaplain in a healthcare environment. Familiarity with Google Suite.

Just as Virginia Mason is dedicated to improving the lives of our patients and our community, We are equally dedicated to your professional and personal success. With a wide range of perks that includes comprehensive compensation and benefits, continuing education and support, and the opportunity to live in one of the most livable cities in the country, you will find that an opportunity With team Medicine is one worth taking.

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.