Company Description

It takes a lot of very smart, hard-working and talented people to provide the level of care that we give to our patients. Tufts Medical Center is an internationally respected academic medical center and we pride ourselves not only on the sophistication of the care we deliver, but the compassionate way in which we provide it. And that starts with our employees.

Job Description

The spiritual care department is continuing to change and grow. As we receive more requests and consults, we are looking to expand our team and to expand our hours of on-site coverage.  This is a unique time where the team is shaping what spiritual care looks like and what it can be. It’s a time of huge need and huge opportunity to care for our community in customized, compassionate ways. This role will also including serving the greater hospital community when covering the on-call pager. 

Responsibilities of being a Chaplain at Tufts Medical Center

Assess and integrate sources of meaning, strength, and comfort for patients, loved ones, and staffProvide emotional and spiritual support to patients, loved ones, and staffGuide the hospital community in ritualizing, memorializing, and markingBe an ambassador for and nurturer of love, kindness, and attention for the hospital communityDocument all patient visitsIntegrate as a regular member of the team on assigned unitsServe as a resource to the whole hospital when on-callParticipate in family meetings when appropriateCollaborate across departments to meet community needs as they ariseContribute to the on-call schedule as needs ariseListen and respond compassionately to patients, families, and staff in threatening and stressful circumstances

Minimum Requirements for all Staff Chaplain positions at Tufts:

Completion of a Master of Divinity degree or equivalent degreeCompletion of a CPE residency/4 units of CPETwo years of progressively more responsible experience in hospital pastoral care in order to deal with issues related to a seriously ill patient population.Board certification in a professional chaplaincy organization or commitment to obtaining board certificationAdvanced interpersonal skills necessary to care for a diverse patient/family community and to work beside a large interdisciplinary team in an ever-changing environment

Qualities needed for chaplains in this time in Tufts history:

FlexibleSelf-directedTeam orientedCollaborativeCompassionateService-driven and orientedInnovativeCreativePatientKindCommittedHumble

 

JOB KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS 

Possesses and applies the skills and knowledge necessary to provide care to patients throughout the life span, with consideration of aging process, human development stages and cultural patterns in each step of the care process.   

The ability to listen and respond creatively, hopefully and compassionately to patients, families and staff in threatening and stressful circumstances.  The ability to translate medical information into understandable choices for patients and their families.   Possesses basic understanding of medical terminology and a working knowledge of hospital policies and procedures.  The ability to work under stress and to handle information of a highly confidential nature.   Possesses and applies the skills and knowledge necessary to provide care to patients throughout the life span, with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and cultural patterns in each step of the care process. 

  

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

A Chaplain will work in normal office work environment, inpatient and outpatient clinic care areas, with potential accidental exposure to hazardous chemicals, sick patients, bodily substances.  Work will require occasional computer keying. 

Tufts Medicine is a leading integrated health system bringing together the best of academic and community healthcare to deliver exceptional, connected and accessible care experiences to consumers across Massachusetts. Comprised of Tufts Medical Center, Lowell General Hospital, MelroseWakefield Hospital, Lawrence Memorial Hospital of Medford, Care at Home - an expansive home care network, and large integrated physician network. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity and inclusion at Tufts Medicine. Tufts Medicine does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation by emailing us at careers@tuftsmedicine.org.