Physician Assistant Jobs in Illinois
Physician assistant jobs in Illinois are consistently in demand, with a strong concentration in primary care, urgent care, emergency medicine, and surgical specialties across health systems ranging from large academic medical centers to rural federally qualified health centers. Chicago, Peoria, and Rockford account for the largest share of openings, and established employers such as Northwestern Medicine, Advocate Health Care, and OSF HealthCare maintain ongoing hiring at every level from new graduate through senior and supervising PA roles. Demand is especially high in orthopedics, hospital medicine, and oncology, reflecting the growth of specialized outpatient and inpatient programs throughout the state. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Lau Medical is seeking a dedicated and motivated Physician Assistant to join our growing primary care practice. We are looking for a compassionate PA who is committed to delivering comprehensive, high-quality care in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. As part of our collaborative care team, you will work closely with physician and clinical staff to provide personalized care to a diverse patient population.
Responsibilities:
● 100% outpatient with a mix of scheduled and walk in patient.
● Mon-Fri with some weekends.
● Perform medical assessments, physical exams, treatments, and follow-ups for patients.
● Diagnose and manage chronic and acute issues.
● Order and interpret diagnostic and lab tests.
● Perform procedures including pap smear, injections, suture removals.
● Provide patient education on health maintenance, chronic disease management, and lifestyle modification.
● Prescribe medications and refills as appropriate.
● Complete all medical record documentation in EMR thoroughly in a timely manner.
● Coordinate care with other healthcare providers and specialists as needed.
● Participate in quality improvement initiatives and maintain best practice standards.
Qualifications:
● State License
● Board certification as a PA-C
● 2+ years of experience preferred
● Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
● Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
What We Offer:
● Competitive salary based on experience
● Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
● Paid time off
● Holiday pay
● 401(k) retirement plan with company match
● Malpractice insurance coverage
● Supportive onboarding and mentorship
● Access to UpToDate
How to Apply:
Please submit your application directly here on Indeed.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. We look forward to welcoming a new member to our dedicated team at Lau Medical!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $100,000.00 - $125,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Lau Medical is seeking a dedicated and motivated Physician Assistant to join our growing primary care practice. We are looking for a compassionate PA who is committed to delivering comprehensive, high-quality care in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. As part of our collaborative care team, you will work closely with physician and clinical staff to provide personalized care to a diverse patient population.
Responsibilities:
● 100% outpatient with a mix of scheduled and walk in patient.
● Mon-Fri with some weekends.
● Perform medical assessments, physical exams, treatments, and follow-ups for patients.
● Diagnose and manage chronic and acute issues.
● Order and interpret diagnostic and lab tests.
● Perform procedures including pap smear, injections, suture removals.
● Provide patient education on health maintenance, chronic disease management, and lifestyle modification.
● Prescribe medications and refills as appropriate.
● Complete all medical record documentation in EMR thoroughly in a timely manner.
● Coordinate care with other healthcare providers and specialists as needed.
● Participate in quality improvement initiatives and maintain best practice standards.
Qualifications:
● State License
● Board certification as a PA-C
● 2+ years of experience preferred
● Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
● Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
What We Offer:
● Competitive salary based on experience
● Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
● Paid time off
● Holiday pay
● 401(k) retirement plan with company match
● Malpractice insurance coverage
● Supportive onboarding and mentorship
● Access to UpToDate
How to Apply:
Please submit your application directly here on Indeed.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. We look forward to welcoming a new member to our dedicated team at Lau Medical!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $100,000.00 - $125,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
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Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Physician Assistant Job Market in Illinois
A snapshot from current Illinois openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Northwestern Medicine11
- WellNow Urgent Care7
- Duly Health and Care5
- Advocate Aurora Health5
- Hospital Sisters Health System4
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
What Illinois Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in physician assistant jobs across Illinois.
- Active Illinois Physician Assistant license issued by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation
- Graduation from an ARC-PA accredited physician assistant program with a master's degree
- Current NCCPA certification or board eligibility for new graduates
- Current BLS certification, with ACLS required for emergency, critical care, or hospital-based roles
- Experience or clinical rotations in the relevant specialty such as orthopedics, urgent care, or surgical subspecialties
- Strong electronic medical record proficiency, with Epic experience preferred by most major Illinois health systems
Physician Assistant Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a physician assistant in Illinois?
To practice as a physician assistant in Illinois, you must hold an active license issued by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation. Licensure requires graduation from an ARC-PA accredited master's-level PA program and passing the PANCE administered by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants. Once licensed, you maintain active status through continuing medical education and NCCPA recertification every ten years, with a knowledge assessment required every six years.
How much do physician assistants make in Illinois?
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 physician assistants in Illinois?
Employers hiring physician assistants in Illinois right now include Northwestern Medicine, WellNow Urgent Care, and Duly Health and Care, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Illinois's large integrated health systems and growing multispecialty groups consistently post the highest volume of PA openings across hospital-based, outpatient clinic, and surgical assistant roles throughout the state.
Which Illinois cities have the most physician assistant jobs?
Chicago, Hinsdale, and Oak Lawn have the most physician assistant openings in Illinois. Chicago drives the largest share given its concentration of academic medical centers, Level I trauma centers, and large multispecialty groups, while Peoria and Rockford reflect strong regional health systems including OSF HealthCare and Mercyhealth anchoring suburban and downstate hiring.
Are there remote physician assistant jobs in Illinois?
Yes, but they're rare. Physician assistant work is almost entirely hands-on and clinical, so most positions require on-site patient contact. About 4% of physician assistant openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those roles are typically limited to telehealth triage, utilization review, or insurance prior-authorization positions that do not involve direct in-person care.
How can I get hired as a physician assistant in Illinois with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path for new graduates is applying to postgraduate PA residency or fellowship programs run by Illinois health systems, including those at Northwestern Medicine and Advocate Health Care, which offer structured training in specialties such as emergency medicine, surgery, and internal medicine. Many Illinois employers also hire new graduates directly into primary care and urgent care roles where onboarding support is built into the position. Candidates strengthen their applications by completing relevant clinical rotations at Illinois institutions, holding an active Illinois PA license before applying, and targeting community health centers that receive federal support and often prioritize new-grad hiring.
Where can I find and apply to physician assistant jobs in Illinois?
You can find and apply to physician assistant jobs in Illinois on Migrate Mate, which lists current Illinois openings from health systems, multispecialty groups, and outpatient clinics across the state. Find the roles that fit your specialty, experience level, and preferred location, then apply directly to each employer through the listing.
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