Chaplain

sentara· 101 Sentara Hospitals
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📍 Suffolk, VAFlexible time💰 USD 65K–97K

About this role

City/State

Suffolk, VA

Work Shift

Rotating

Overview:

Sentara Obici Hospital is hiring a Chaplain

Flexi schedule to cover overnights, weekends and holiday on call


Coordinates the provision of spiritual care throughout the hospital for patients, families and staff. Develops, implements and evaluates the spiritual plan of care through a spiritual assessment. Educates staff in the provision of spiritual care. Coordinates and collaborates with multi-disciplinary team members to facilitate comprehensive and integrated holistic care of patients and families (to include clinical ethics). Documents patient care concerns and interventions. Contributes to hospital committees. Offers expertise in cultural/faith diversity, advance care planning, major life transitions, end of life medical decision-making, and grief processes. Works in a multi-staff and culturally diverse setting.


Education

  • Bachelor's Degree in one of the following, Divinity, Theology or seminary or equivalent course of study particular to faith. Ordination not required.

Certification/Licensure

  • Certification by national healthcare chaplain certifying organization preferably the following:

    • APC (Association of Professional Chaplains) or

    • CPSP (College of Pastoral Supervision & Psychotherapy) or,

    • Neshama AJC (Association of Jewish Chaplains) or

    • NACC (National Association of Catholic Chaplains) or

    • SCA (Spiritual Care Association) Certification within 3 years of employment or

    • If not a preferred organization, candidate/employee must show that organization is aligned with Common Qualifications and Competencies for Professional Chaplains.


Experience

  • Two years related experience (Required)



We provide market-competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, incentives, and benefits. The base pay range for full-time employment is $64,833.60 - $96,928.00 annually. Additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, on-call pay, shift premiums, extra-shift incentives, or bonus opportunities. Compensation within the range may vary based on qualifications, experience, location, market conditions, and business needs. Note: If an annual salary is posted, it is based on a full-time colleague working 2,080 hours annually. Sentara offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; 401(k)/403(b) with employer match; paid time off (vacation, sick time, and holidays); paid parental and military leave; educational assistance or student loan repayment; and voluntary benefits.

Benefits: Caring For Your Family and Your Career

• Medical, Dental, Vision plans

• Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000

• Paid Time Off and Sick Leave

• Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave

• Emergency Backup Care

• Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans

• Life Insurance

• 401k/403B with Employer Match

• Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education

• Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000

•Pet Insurance 
•Legal Resources Plan
•Colleagues have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met.

Sentara Obici Hospital, a 175-bed state-of-the-art facility, is located on Godwin Boulevard in Suffolk, VA. Our full-service hospital continues a legacy of providing residents of Western Tidewater with high-quality, patient-centered care. As a recognized accredited Primary Stroke Center, and Magnet hospital for nursing excellence, the hospital specializes in orthopedic and spine, heart and vascular, advanced imaging, gynecological and comprehensive breast services, behavioral health, maternity, weight loss surgery, and a heartburn treatment center.

Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost 30,000-member workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging is a guiding principle of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves.


In support of our mission “to improve health every day,” this is a tobacco-free environment.

For positions that are available as remote work, Sentara Health employs associates in the following states:

Alabama, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the salary for the Chaplain role at sentara?
The listed salary for this Chaplain position at sentara is USD 65K–97K. This is an Flexible time role.
Where is the Chaplain position at sentara located?
This Chaplain role at sentara is based in Suffolk, VA. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Chaplain role at sentara full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Flexible time position. It is posted as a Chaplain role in the 101 Sentara Hospitals department at sentara.
Which team or department does the Chaplain at sentara belong to?
This Chaplain position is part of the 101 Sentara Hospitals department at sentara. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Chaplain position at sentara?
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When was the Chaplain job at sentara posted?
This Chaplain position at sentara was posted on Sep 30, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Chaplain
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