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Chaplain Associate-On-Call
Company : Legacy Health
Location : Tualatin, OR, 97062-7706
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 11 January 2026
Overview
This is an On-Call position
Our mission to make life better for others involves a holistic approach toward physical, emotional and spiritual well-being. As the Chaplain, you perform an important link in that mission by offering spiritual care for patients, families, volunteers, hospital and medical staff.
If you see your ministry as bringing strength and compassion to patients and those who assist them, you may be a perfect fit for the Legacy community.
Responsibilities
As a collaborative member of the healthcare team, the Chaplain Associate shall provide spiritual care for patients, families, volunteers, hospital and medical staff; participate in departmental activities as required; perform all duties in ways promoting organizational and departmental missions and values. This job is to be undertaken by employees working unpredictable and irregular hours.
Key Responsibilities:
- Plans and organizes daily spiritual care for persons in assigned areas.
- Shares responsibility for pastoral requests within 15-30 minutes after notification for trauma, crisis and emergency ministry.
- Initiates, responds, follows up and cooperates with hospital and other team members for comprehensive and continuum of care of persons.
- Provides worship opportunities, rites and sacraments for patients, families and staff.
- Pastoral care is available for all hospital personnel according to established departmental guidelines.
- Consults appropriately with community clergy, congregations and agencies, as related to ministry with patients and families.
- Serves as pastoral resource for educational programs of department, hospital and community when applicable.
- Complies with hospital and departmental policies and procedures.
Qualifications
Education:
- Bachelor's Degree required.
- Professional Theological Degree, e.g. M.Div., MTS, BD, desirable, and/or one unit of ACPE Certified Clinical Pastoral Education, or equivalent, required, with one-year ACPE Certified Clinical Pastoral Education desirable.
Experience:
- One year of full-time Pastoral experience, or equivalent.
Skills:
- Spiritual perspectives and sensitivity to persons in stress.
- Ability to listen well and speak with individuals and small groups.
- Theological competence.
- Skill with interdisciplinary team cooperation.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Skill with interfaith cooperation.
- Keyboard skills and ability to navigate electronic systems applicable to job functions.
Licensure
- Endorsement by Judicatory or equivalent.
- Certification by Association of Professional Chaplains (APC), National Association of Catholic Chaplains (NACC), or similar cognate group, desirable.
Pay Range
USD $32.31 - USD $46.20 /Hr.Our Commitment to Health and Equal Opportunity
Our Legacy is good for health for Our People, Our Patients, Our Communities, Our World. Above all, we will do the right thing.
If you are passionate about our mission and believe you can contribute to our team, we encourage you to apply—even if you don't meet every qualification listed. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can grow and succeed.
Legacy Health is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion or creed, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
To learn more about our employee benefits click here: www.legacyhealth.org/For-Health-Professionals/careers/benefiting-you
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Frequently asked questions
Legacy Health emphasizes rapid pastoral support, expecting Chaplain Associates to respond within 15-30 minutes to trauma or crisis calls. This urgency reflects the hospital environment where timely spiritual care can be crucial for patients, families, and staff during emergencies.
Applicants need strong theological grounding, the ability to navigate interfaith situations, and sensitivity to individuals under stress. Comfort with interdisciplinary healthcare teams and electronic documentation systems also enhances effectiveness in this role within Oregon’s diverse healthcare settings.
While the on-call Chaplain Associate position focuses on immediate spiritual care, it serves as a valuable stepping stone. Exposure to hospital ministry and collaboration with diverse teams can pave pathways to senior chaplain roles or specialized pastoral care within Legacy Health’s broad system.
Legacy Health’s mission integrates holistic care emphasizing physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being, making the chaplaincy role deeply collaborative and patient-centered. The on-call nature demands flexibility and quick response, differentiating it from typical fixed-hour chaplaincy positions.
Tualatin’s healthcare sector actively seeks chaplains to meet growing patient needs, but the specialized qualifications like ACPE certification and theological degrees narrow the candidate pool. Local demand balances moderate competition, providing opportunities for qualified spiritual care professionals.
Legacy Health values endorsements such as certification from the Association of Professional Chaplains (APC) or the National Association of Catholic Chaplains (NACC). These credentials affirm clinical pastoral education and are often favored for chaplain roles across hospitals in the Portland-Tualatin region.
The hourly pay typically ranges between $32.31 and $46.20, reflecting the role’s on-call demands and required qualifications. This competitive compensation aligns with regional standards for hospital chaplains experienced in trauma and crisis ministry.
Legacy Health fosters a supportive environment encouraging flexibility. Chaplain Associates are integrated into a collaborative team that values well-being, offering resources and policies aimed at balancing the demands of on-call hours with personal health.
On-call chaplains handle sudden pastoral requests, crisis interventions, and multi-faith needs while coordinating with healthcare teams. The unpredictability requires emotional resilience, quick decision-making, and strong communication skills tailored to diverse patient and staff populations.
Legacy Health chaplains often collaborate with local clergy and community agencies, contributing to educational initiatives that enhance spiritual care understanding. This integration fosters a continuum of support extending beyond hospital walls into broader community wellness.