Care Assistant Jobs in Illinois

Care Assistant jobs in Illinois are open across Chicago, Lake Forest, and Niles and other Illinois metros, with employers like Northwestern Medicine, OSF HealthCare, and Aperion Care hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles66+
Top employerNorthwestern Medicine
Top cityChicago, IL
Cities hiring36
Work type100% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Hospital Sisters Health System
Patient Care Assistant
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Hospital Sisters Health System
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Patient Care Assistant
Hospital Sisters Health System
Effingham, Illinois
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$17 - $24/hr
On-Site
High School

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Metro Infectious Disease Consultants
Patient Care Assistant (Medical Assistant)
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Metro Infectious Disease Consultants
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Patient Care Assistant (Medical Assistant)
Metro Infectious Disease Consultants
Bourbonnais, Illinois
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Medical Assistant
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$39k - $52k/yr
On-Site
High School
51-200

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Prime Healthcare Services - St. Francis
Patient Care Assistant - CNA - Medical Surgical Telemetry
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Patient Care Assistant - CNA - Medical Surgical Telemetry
Prime Healthcare Services - St. Francis
Des Plaines, Illinois
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
On-Site
High School

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OSF HealthCare
Certified Medical Assistant Care Guide
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OSF HealthCare
Added 4d ago
Certified Medical Assistant Care Guide
OSF HealthCare
Normal, Illinois
Nursing
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Medical Assistant
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$20 - $24/hr
On-Site
High School
10,000+

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OSF HealthCare
Certified Medical Assistant Care Guide
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Certified Medical Assistant Care Guide
OSF HealthCare
Morton, Illinois
Nursing
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Medical Assistant
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$20 - $24/hr
On-Site
High School
10,000+

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Care Assistant Jobs by City in Illinois

Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Chicago
15 jobs
Lake Forest
5 jobs
Niles
4 jobs
Des Plaines
3 jobs
Danville
2 jobs
East Peoria
2 jobs
Geneva
2 jobs
McHenry
2 jobs
Normal
2 jobs

Care Assistant Job Market in Illinois

A snapshot from current Illinois openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Northwestern Medicine
    Northwestern Medicine17
  • OSF HealthCare
    OSF HealthCare11
  • Aperion Care
    Aperion Care10
  • Elevate Care
    Elevate Care7
  • NVA
    NVA3

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services45
  • Animal Care & Pet Services10
  • Education2

What Illinois Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in care assistant jobs across Illinois.

  • High school diploma or GED and valid state CNA or personal care aide certification
  • CPR and basic first aid certification current and verifiable
  • Experience assisting with activities of daily living including bathing, dressing, and mobility
  • Ability to pass a state and federal background check and drug screening
  • Physical capability to lift and transfer residents, typically up to 50 pounds
  • Reliable transportation and flexibility to work evenings, weekends, or overnight shifts

Care Assistant Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions

How many care assistant jobs are there in Illinois?

There are 66+ care assistant openings in Illinois on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Chicago, Lake Forest, and Niles. New positions post regularly as employers across Illinois hire.

Which Illinois cities have the most care assistant jobs?

Chicago, Lake Forest, and Niles have the most care assistant openings in Illinois right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.

Which companies hire care assistants in Illinois?

Employers hiring care assistants in Illinois include Northwestern Medicine, OSF HealthCare, and Aperion Care, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.

Are there remote care assistant jobs in Illinois?

Yes. About 0% of care assistant openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Illinois metros.

How do I apply for care assistant jobs in Illinois?

You can apply to care assistant jobs in Illinois directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Illinois location, then apply to each one that fits.

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