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Every day, over 30,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network.
Join us at Backus Hospital as we live our values every day. As part of Hartford HealthCare we create a better future for healthcare in Connecticut and beyond. By embodying these values we have become nationally respected for patient care and most trusted for personalized coordinated care. Come be part of something special!
For more than 118 years, Backus Hospital has been the primary source of healthcare services for much of Eastern Connecticut. We are home to the only trauma center in New London and Windham counties, and are the only area hospital with LIFE STAR helicopter services. We deliver and coordinate a continuum of high-quality healthcare with the goal of improving the health of our communities.
JOB SUMMARY
The Chaplain assesses, plans, coordinates and provides care and counseling according to the spiritual and religious needs of patients, family members and friends, Hospital staff and volunteers. The Chaplain serves as the Hospital’s representative to the religious community and to other appropriate entities and demonstrates behavior consistent with the mission of Hartford HealthCare. The Chaplain shall be available for consultations, support and education of patients/families/staff/volunteers. The Chaplain shall provide 24-hour emergency care, personally or by utilizing staff and volunteer clergy.