Locum Physician Assistant (PA) - Hospitalist in Illinois

LocumJobsOnline is working with Barton Associates to find a qualified Hospitalist PA in Illinois!

About The Position

 We are seeking a skilled Hospitalist Physician Assistant for a locum tenens position at a Clinic in Illinois. This 42-day assignment offers night shifts, starting on 07/28/2025, with potential for extension. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working 7p-7a or 9p-7a shifts, with 10-14 shifts available per month. This role involves providing nocturnist medical-surgical coverage, managing traditional med-surg patients, chronic illnesses, and admissions. The position requires rotation between multiple locations, primarily focusing on critical access facilities. Familiarity with various EHR systems including Cerner, CPSI, Epic, and Meditech is beneficial.

Job Details:

Location: Illinois

Facility Type: Clinic

Start Date: 07/28/2025

LOA: 42 days

Provider Type Needed: Hospitalist Physician Assistant

Schedule: Night shifts (7p-7a or 9p-7a), 10-14 shifts/month (7on/7off or 5-day every other week preferred)

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Provide nocturnist medical-surgical coverage

• Manage traditional med-surg patients and chronic illnesses

• Handle admissions (typically 3-4 per night)

• Work independently with minimal staff support

• Rotate between multiple locations, primarily critical access facilities

• Utilize various EHR systems (Cerner, CPSI, Epic, Meditech)

• Adapt to different hospital environments and acuity levels

Additional Information:

• No cross coverage required

• Opportunity to work in critical access hospitals

• Illinois state license required

• Potential for assignment extension

Apply now to learn more!

Benefits:

• Strong compensation

• Travel-related expenses covered

• A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided

• Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities

What are Locum Tenens Jobs?

Locum tenens jobs (AKA travel jobs) are contract roles designed to fill gaps in care at facilities and hospitals over a specific timeframe. These assignments can range from a week to well over a year, and often include opportunities for extension.

Locum and travel medical providers hold all the same qualifications as a permanent provider, and often choose locum work for higher pay and increased flexibility.

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The Locum Tenens Experts

Barton Associates is a leading national locum tenens physician, physician assistant, dentist, CRNA, and nurse practitioner staffing company. Whether you need long term support for your practice, short term vacation coverage, immediate coverage due to an unplanned absence or resignation, or anything in between, our locum tenens experts are here to help.

The Best Talent in the Industry

• Our experienced recruiting team conducts thorough interviews and reference checks to ensure that we have the best network of locum tenens physicians, dentists, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners in the industry – ready to go when you are.

Maximize Patient Access And Revenue

• Locum tenens staffing through Barton Associates is an effective way for your organization to optimize patient access, ensure continuity of care, and maximize revenue generation.

Flexible Solutions Your Organization Needs To Thrive

• Whether you need long term coverage for your practice, short term vacation coverage, or anything in between – you can trust Barton Associates to provide the flexible staffi­ng solutions your organization needs to thrive.

A Proactive Approach

• We recruit new locums every day, actively help our physicians, dentists, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners obtain new licenses so they’re ready to work in your state at a moment’s notice. We can also help your organization credential locums in advance of a specific need – greatly improving your ability to react to unforeseen­ staffing challenges.

Fast, Easy, Efficient Hiring Process

• From securing the perfect candidate to credentialing and travel-related issues, our experts handle the entire locum tenens staffing process for you – so you can focus on your practice. Just let us know what you need and we’ll take care of the rest!

Medical Malpractice Insurance Provided

• Many agencies charge additional separate fees for medical malpractice coverage. Barton Associates provides ‘A’ rated medical malpractice insurance for our locum tenens providers on assignment at no additional charge.

Industry Leading Support

• When you work with Barton, you’re supported by an entire team of experts; including recruiters, account managers, licensing and credentialing specialists,travel coordinators, and others with one goal — to make the process as fast, easy, and efficient as possible.