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We are seeking a skilled Neurological Surgeon for an exciting 30-day assignment in Illinois, starting Jul 6, 2026. This role involves comprehensive general neurosurgery, including the management of cranial and spinal trauma, intracranial hemorrhage, and various other complex neurological procedures during day shifts from 7a-5p. The ideal Physician will...
Location:IL
Specialty:Neurological Surgery
Provider Type:Physician
Our client in Illinois is seeking a skilled Vascular/Interventional Radiologist Physician to join their team for a 60-day assignment starting Jun 1, 2026. This full-time role involves a dynamic schedule including onsite weekday, weekend, and overnight diagnostic shifts, plus 24-hour interventional radiology call. The physician will perform a wide range...
Location:IL
Specialty:Vascular/Interventional Radiology
Provider Type:Physician
We are seeking a dedicated Radiation Oncologist Physician for a 120-day assignment in Illinois, starting Jul 6, 2026. This vital role involves comprehensive patient care, encompassing treatment planning and consultations, operating on a consistent 8a-4:30p schedule. The ideal candidate will manage a diverse range of cases while contributing to a supportive...
Location:IL
Specialty:Radiation Oncology
Provider Type:Physician
We are seeking a Physician - Otolaryngology/ENT Surgeon for a 100-day assignment in Illinois, starting Aug 24, 2026. This non-invasive role involves an 8 am to 5 pm weekday schedule, with new consults ceasing at 3 pm (Mon-Thu) and 4 pm (Fri). The position includes shared weekend call duties, covering either Saturday or Sunday, with responsibilities...
Location:IL
Specialty:Otolaryngology/ENT Surgery
Provider Type:Physician
Our client in Illinois is seeking a Maternal Fetal Medicine Physician for a 120-day assignment beginning Aug 10, 2026. This vital role involves providing general Maternal Fetal Medicine duties, with a consistent daily schedule from 8am-4:30pm, contributing essential care to patients.Responsibilities and DutiesProvide general Maternal Fetal Medicine...
Location:IL
Specialty:Maternal Fetal Medicine
Provider Type:Physician
Our client in Illinois is actively seeking a skilled Vascular Surgeon to begin a 30-day assignment on Jun 1, 2026. This full-time engagement involves performing open and endovascular procedures, managing a daily census of 5-10 patients, and working within a Trauma Center, including approximately 6 outpatient elective procedures.Responsibilities and...
Location:IL
Specialty:Vascular Surgery
Provider Type:Physician
We are seeking an Otolaryngology/ENT Physician for a 42-day assignment in Illinois, starting Aug 10, 2026. This role involves working within a multispecialty group and hospital setting, managing 10-14 patients daily across a diverse population including pediatrics, adults, and geriatrics, and performing standard ENT surgical procedures, in-office scopes,...
Location:IL
Specialty:Otolaryngology/ENT Surgery
Provider Type:Physician
Our client in Illinois is actively seeking an experienced OB/GYN Physician for a 72-day assignment beginning Jul 20, 2026. This role involves providing full spectrum obstetrics and gynecology care, encompassing a range of deliveries and managing post-partum patients, primarily through a 24-hour in-house call schedule to ensure comprehensive patient...
Location:IL
Specialty:Obstetrics/Gynecology
Provider Type:Physician
Our client in Illinois is seeking a Maternal Fetal Medicine Physician for a 100-day assignment starting Aug 3, 2026. This dynamic role involves seeing 100% Maternal Fetal Medicine patients in an outpatient setting, with responsibilities including evaluation ultrasounds, antenatal testing, outpatient consultations, and amniocentesis. The schedule is...
Location:IL
Specialty:Maternal Fetal Medicine
Provider Type:Physician
Our client in Illinois is actively seeking a skilled Urology Physician for an 80-day assignment beginning May 25, 2026. This role involves 24-hour call coverage across multiple small facilities, focusing on bread and butter urological cases. You will manage ER consults, potential follow-up patient clinic visits, and a normal acute mix of conditions...
Location:IL
Specialty:Urology Surgery
Provider Type:Physician
Locum tenens physician jobs are contract roles designed to fill gaps in care at healthcare facilities over a specific timeframe. These assignments can range from a week to well over a year. Locum and travel physicians hold all the same qualifications as a permanent physician, and often choose locum work for higher pay and increased flexibility. Explore our locum tenens guide to learn more.
According to ZipRecruiter, physicians in Illinois typically earn an average of $139,384 per year.
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, family medicine physicians earn an average of $167,480 a year.
Physicians in Illinois are required to complete 150 hours of CME every three years.
Yes, new graduates can work in Illinois as long as they receive the proper licensing and certification specific to their state. Check out our physician licensing guide to get started.
The highest paying physician specialties include neurosurgery, thoracic, and orthopedic surgery. Highly technical surgical specialties like these earn around $600,000 a year.
The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that the number of physician and surgeon jobs will increase by 3% between 2022 and 2032. About 24,200 openings for physicians and surgeons are projected each year.
