Pediatric Physician Assistant Jobs in Illinois
Pediatric Physician Assistant jobs in Illinois represent one of the most active clinical hiring markets in the Midwest, with demand concentrated in pediatric primary care, pediatric emergency medicine, and pediatric specialty practices at every level from new graduate to lead clinician. Chicago anchors the largest share of openings, followed by significant activity in Peoria and Springfield, where major systems such as Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago, OSF HealthCare, and Northwestern Medicine maintain strong pediatric workforces. The most consistent demand is in pediatric urgent care, outpatient pediatrics, and hospital-based pediatric subspecialties. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Northwestern Medicine Regional Medical Group (NMRMG) is the premier provider of healthcare services in Chicago’s west, south and northwest suburbs, with more than 700 primary care physicians and specialists. Our team works together to provide excellent patient care and exceptional patient experiences using models that follow best practices in outpatient and inpatient settings. NMRMG offers competitive compensation and benefits within a physician led work environment.
Northwestern Medicine is a growing, nationally recognized health system that provides world-class care at 11 hospitals and more than 200 locations in communities throughout Chicago, the suburbs and northern Illinois. Together with Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, we are pushing boundaries in our research labs, training the next generation of physicians and scientists, and pursuing excellence in patient care. Our vision and values are deeply rooted in the idea that patients come first in all we do. We value building relationships with our patients and their families, listening to their unique needs while providing individualized primary, specialty and hospital-based care. Our recent affiliations and ongoing growth make it possible for us to serve more patients, closer to where they live and work. While each of our locations has a unique story, Northwestern Medicine is unified under one mission – Patients First.
Job Description
Northwestern Medicine is seeking a BC/BE Pediatric Hospitalist to join our well-established inpatient pediatrics program focused on safe, high-quality, and compassionate care at Northwestern Medicine Huntley Hospital. This role offers the opportunity to manage a wide range of pediatric conditions within a supportive, collaborative hospital environment. The ideal candidate is patient-centered, adaptable, and committed to advancing pediatric care within our growing health system.
- Provide inpatient pediatric and newborn hospitalist care
- 7 days on, 7 days off hospitalist schedule supporting work-life balance
- Manage acute pediatric conditions and coordinate care with multidisciplinary teams
- Collaborate closing with nursing, case management, emergency medicine, and specialty services
- Communicate effectively with patients, families, and care teams
- Hospital privileges at NM Huntley, McHenry, and Woodstock Hospitals
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and contribute to program development
U.S. News & World Report ranked Northwestern Medicine Woodstock, McHenry, and Huntley Hospitals No. 9 in the Chicago metro area and Illinois as America’s Best Hospitals (2022–23). Northwestern Medicine Regional Medical Group
Qualifications
BE/BC
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.
Background Check
Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check. Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act.
Artificial Intelligence Disclosure
Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.
Benefits
In addition to competitive compensation, we offer an excellent benefits package. This includes a continuing medical education allowance, paid time off, well-being fund, 401k, paid parental leave, malpractice insurance and much more. Moreover, we will provide financial stability and administrative support so you can focus on your passion – practicing medicine. *Benefits Eligibility is based on classification please note that Casual / Per Diem/Moonlighter classifications are not benefits eligible.
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What Illinois Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in pediatric physician assistant jobs across Illinois.
- Active Illinois Physician Assistant license issued by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation
- National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants PANCE certification or eligibility required
- Master's degree from an ARC-PA accredited physician assistant program
- Minimum one to two years of pediatric or pediatric subspecialty clinical experience preferred
- Current BLS and PALS certifications required at time of hire
- DEA registration and Illinois Controlled Substance license required for prescribing roles
Pediatric Physician Assistant Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a pediatric physician assistant in Illinois?
To practice as a pediatric physician assistant in Illinois, you must hold an active PA license issued by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, which requires graduation from an ARC-PA accredited master's-level program and passing the PANCE. Illinois also requires a Controlled Substance license for prescribing. After licensure, most physicians assistant seeking pediatric roles pursue positions at children's hospitals or pediatric outpatient practices to build specialty experience.
How much do pediatric physician assistants make in Illinois?
Pediatric physician assistants in Illinois earn a median of about $131,950 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $105,160 for the lowest 10% to over $162,330 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire pediatric physician assistants in Illinois?
Employers hiring pediatric physician assistants in Illinois right now include OSF HealthCare, Rush University Medical Center, and Ascension, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Illinois's concentration of academic medical centers and large integrated health systems creates consistent pediatric PA demand across both inpatient and outpatient settings.
Which Illinois cities have the most pediatric physician assistant jobs?
The cities with the most pediatric physician assistant openings in Illinois are Chicago, Hoffman Estates, and Urbana. Chicago drives the largest share of postings, anchored by major children's hospitals and academic medical systems, while Peoria and Springfield reflect the regional pediatric hospital networks that OSF HealthCare and HSHS Medical Group operate throughout downstate Illinois.
Are there remote pediatric physician assistant jobs in Illinois?
Yes, but they're rare. Pediatric physician assistant work is fundamentally hands-on and clinic- or hospital-based, which limits remote options. About 0% of pediatric physician assistant openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those positions are almost exclusively in pediatric care coordination, utilization review, or telehealth triage rather than direct clinical practice.
How can I get hired as a pediatric physician assistant in Illinois with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to new-graduate PA residency or fellowship programs with a pediatric focus, such as those offered at Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago and University of Illinois Health. These programs are designed for candidates without post-graduate clinical experience. Candidates from adjacent roles such as pediatric registered nurse or pediatric medical assistant who have completed PA school also compete well. Holding an active Illinois DFPR PA license and current PALS certification before applying gives new graduates a clear edge.
Where can I find and apply to pediatric physician assistant jobs in Illinois?
You can find and apply to pediatric physician assistant jobs in Illinois on Migrate Mate, which lists current Illinois openings across pediatric outpatient practices, children's hospitals, and integrated health systems. Find roles that fit your experience and specialty interest and apply directly through each listing.
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