Looking for physician assistant jobs in Illinois? Barton Associates specializes in locum tenens PA jobs, with well over a decade of experience placing locum tenens physician assistants (PAs) on short and long-term assignments throughout the US.
What’s it like to work as a physician assistant in Illinois? Visit our Physician Assistant Guide to Locum Tenens Jobs in Illinois here.
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Our client in Illinois is seeking a dedicated Gastroenterology Physician Assistant for a 60-day assignment starting Sep 21, 2026. This role involves working 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM, focusing on rounding, patient consults, and assisting physicians with various bedside procedures to support a growing service line.Responsibilities and DutiesPerform rounding...
Location:IL
Specialty:Gastroenterology
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
Our client in Illinois is actively seeking a skilled Wound Care Physician Assistant for a focused 40-day assignment, commencing Jul 13, 2026. This vital role will involve performing comprehensive wound assessments, diagnosing and developing treatment plans for acute and chronic wounds, conducting debridement procedures, and managing diverse wound types....
Location:IL
Specialty:Wound Care
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
Our client is seeking an Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant for an 84-day assignment in Illinois, commencing Aug 17, 2026. This role involves serving as a full-time Crisis Worker within a busy Emergency Department, with APP shifts covering 8a-8p and 5p-5a, seven days per week, requiring night and weekend availability. The Physician Assistant will...
Location:IL
Specialty:Emergency Medicine
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
Locum tenens PA 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 physician assistants hold all the same qualifications as a permanent physician assistant, and often choose locum work for higher pay and increased flexibility. Explore our locum tenens guide to learn more.
In Illinois, the average PA salary is $122,720 a year, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
In Illinois, PAs must practice in collaboration with a physician under a written collaborative agreement. In general, PAs in Illinois have advanced practice authority. Advanced authority means that PAs can practice to the full extent of their medical education, but they still must comply with administrative requirements.
In Illinois, physician assistants (PAs) must complete 50 hours of continuing education (CE) to renew their license every two years. The CE requirement is important for ensuring that PAs stay up-to-date on the latest medical knowledge and practices, which helps to improve patient care and the health of the community.
The highest paid PA specialty is cardiovascular surgery at $152,500 annually, according to the American Academy of Physician Associates.
The employment for PAs is expected to grow 27% between 2022 to 2032. This is much faster than other jobs. The Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates that there are 12,200 openings for PAs every year, over the course of the decade.
