Headache Medicine NP/PA — Clinical Neurology Expert

UW Health SwedishAmerican; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 123,000 - 137,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Relocation assistance

CME benefits

Tail coverage for malpractice

Retirement plan match

Job summary

UW Health SwedishAmerican in Rockford, IL is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA) to join our Headache Medicine team within Neurology. This role focuses on evaluation and management of headache disorders and delivering patient-centered care.

Qualifications include master’s or doctoral degree in an NP/PA program and Illinois licensure or eligibility; experience in neurology or pain management is preferred. We offer competitive salary, relocation support, and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or doctorate from an accredited NP/PA program (required).
• Current licensure as NP/PA in Illinois or ability to obtain upon hire (required).
• Clinical experience in neurology, pain management, or internal medicine preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluation and management of a wide range of headache disorders (migraine, cluster headaches, concussion care, tension-type headaches).
• Potential administration of Botox injections or nerve blocks for chronic migraine.
• Collaboration with pain management, physical therapy, and behavioral health to provide comprehensive care.
• Utilization of imaging and diagnostic tools to support decision‑making.
• Teaching health care students at all education levels.

Skills

Diagnostic and procedural skills

Neurology experience

Illinois licensure eligibility

Education

Master’s or Doctorate in NP/PA program

Job description

UW Health SwedishAmerican in Rockford, IL is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA) to join our Headache Medicine team within Neurology. This role focuses on evaluation and management of headache disorders and delivering patient-centered care.

Qualifications include master’s or doctoral degree in an NP/PA program and Illinois licensure or eligibility; experience in neurology or pain management is preferred. We offer competitive salary, relocation support, and comprehensive benefits.