Senior Chaplain

The Senior Chaplain in the department of Spiritual Care and Education at MD Anderson Cancer Center provides for the spiritual and emotional needs of patients, their families, and staff and participates as mentor with clinical spiritual education programs and activities as a member of the interdisciplinary team at our Houston Area Locations. The ideal candidate will have at least two years of paid clinical chaplain experience and be a Board-Certified Chaplain. MD Anderson offers our employees: - Paid employee medical benefits (zero premium) starting on first day for employees who work 30 or more hours per week - Group Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D and Disability coverage - Paid time off (PTO) and Extended Illness Bank (EIB) paid leave accruals - Paid institutional holidays, wellness leave, childcare leave, and other paid leave programs - Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service - Teachers Retirement System defined-benefit pension plan and two voluntary retirement plans - Employer paid life, AD&D and an illness-related reduced salary pay program - Health Savings Account and Dependent Care Reimbursement flexible spending accounts - Extensive wellness, recognition, fitness, employee health programs and employee resource groups. Sr Chaplains relocating from 100+ miles from MD Anderson will also qualify for up to $10,000 in relocation assistance. The Department of Spiritual Care and Education at MD Anderson Cancer Center provides spiritual care to patients, caregivers, and staff through assessment, intervention, education, and research. They care for patients and families throughout their continuum of care at their bedside, by receiving prayer requests, leading support groups, and providing bereavement care to offer support and resources to families of patients who have passed away. We offer programs to support the spiritual well-being of MD Anderson faculty and staff members as well, including offering regular worship services, intercessory prayer, sacramental ministry, and pastoral support. Our chapels and prayer rooms are open to anyone seeking solace through prayer and meditation. The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is ranked the nation's top hospital for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report's

Created: 2026-01-19