Physician Assistant Jobs in Illinois

Physician Assistant jobs in Illinois are open across Chicago, Peoria, and Springfield and other Illinois metros, with employers like Northwestern Medicine, Advocate Aurora Health, and OSF HealthCare hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles125+
Top employerNorthwestern Medicine
Top cityChicago, IL
Cities hiring40
Work type99% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Deaconess Health System
Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
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Deaconess Health System
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Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
Deaconess Health System
Mount Vernon, Illinois
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$100k - $150k/yr
On-Site
Master's
5,001-10,000

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Advocate Aurora Health
Nurse Practitioner OR Physician Assistant
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Nurse Practitioner OR Physician Assistant
Advocate Aurora Health
Niles, Illinois
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$54 - $82/hr
On-Site
Master's
10,000+

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Washington University in St. Louis
Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
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Washington University in St. Louis
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Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
Washington University in St. Louis
Shiloh, Illinois
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Caregiving & Elderly Support
$93k - $168k/yr
On-Site
Master's
10,000+

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Advocate Aurora Health
Advanced Practice Professional, NP or PA, Neurointensivist
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Advocate Aurora Health
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Advanced Practice Professional, NP or PA, Neurointensivist
Advocate Aurora Health
Park Ridge, Illinois
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$54 - $82/hr
On-Site
Master's
10,000+

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Endeavor Health
Advanced Practice Provider (APN/PA)
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Endeavor Health
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Advanced Practice Provider (APN/PA)
Endeavor Health
Skokie, Illinois
Nursing
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
$57 - $80/hr
On-Site
Master's
10,000+

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Physician Assistant Jobs by City in Illinois

Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Chicago
24 jobs
Peoria
12 jobs
Springfield
12 jobs
Decatur
6 jobs
Lake Forest
6 jobs
Moline
5 jobs
Park Ridge
5 jobs
Libertyville
4 jobs
Oak Lawn
4 jobs

Physician Assistant Job Market in Illinois

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

Who's Hiring

  • Northwestern Medicine
    Northwestern Medicine26
  • Advocate Aurora Health
    Advocate Aurora Health17
  • OSF HealthCare
    OSF HealthCare13
  • SIU Medicine
    SIU Medicine12
  • Ascension
    Ascension7

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services107
  • Education21
  • Insurance4
  • Law & Legal Services4

What Illinois Employers Look For

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

  • Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies from an ARC-PA-accredited program
  • Current NCCPA certification (PANCE passage or maintenance of certification)
  • Active state PA license or eligibility for licensure in the hiring state
  • Two or more years of clinical experience in a relevant specialty setting
  • Proficiency with electronic health records systems such as Epic or Cerner
  • Current BLS certification and ACLS certification for acute care or hospital roles

Physician Assistant Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions

How many physician assistant jobs are there in Illinois?

There are 125+ physician assistant openings in Illinois on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Chicago, Peoria, and Springfield. New positions post regularly as employers across Illinois hire.

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 Illinois cities have the most physician assistant jobs?

Chicago, Peoria, and Springfield have the most physician assistant openings in Illinois right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.

Which companies hire physician assistants in Illinois?

Employers hiring physician assistants in Illinois include Northwestern Medicine, Advocate Aurora Health, and OSF HealthCare, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.

Are there remote physician assistant jobs in Illinois?

Yes. About 1% of physician 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 physician assistant jobs in Illinois?

You can apply to physician 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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