Priest Sacramental Minister - Spiritual Care

Priest Sacramental Minister  at Providence Mission Hospital in Mission Viejo, CA. This position is per-diem and will work 8-hour, Variable shifts.

Providence Mission Hospital in Mission Viejo has received Magnet designation in 2012, 2017, 2021 and are in the process of earning our fourth designation in 2025! This is a prestigious designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), which recognizes organizations that provide the highest-quality care. Only eight percent of hospitals nationwide have achieved Magnet designation. We are also recognized as one of the best regional hospitals in 18 types of care by U.S. News & World Report, including orthopedic and gastroenterological care. Our hospital is also honored with awards for cardiac surgery, gastrointestinal surgery, and excellence in women's services by Healthgrades and Newsweek.

The Priest Sacramental Minister provides pastoral ministry to Catholic patients and their families.  Leads associates in appropriately addressing the needs of Catholic patients.  Addresses the spiritual needs of the organization through worship, sacraments, and religious rituals.  They are directly responsible for the implementation of the Mission and Values and leads implementation of the policies and procedures of the Department of Spiritual Health Services and the facility in which they serve.

Providence caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Mission Hospital Regional Medical Center thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.

Required Qualifications:    

• Master's Degree Theology, Divinity, Spirituality, Pastoral Ministry, or the equivalent applicable education from an accredited institution.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Coursework/Training 1 Unit—Accredited or approved by the Association for Clinical Pastoral Education (ACPE), by programs that were accredited by the former United States Conference of Catholic Bishops Commission on Certification and Accreditation (USCCB/CCA), or the Canadian Association for Spiritual Care (CASC/ACSS).  Equivalency for one unit of CPE (two units in CASC) may be considered.


• 1 year of Pastoral experience in a healthcare facility.

Why Join Providence? 

Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our Mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.