Locum Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant Inpatient Neurology with Stroke Program in Illinois

Penn Highlands Healthcare; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Illinois is seeking a Board-certified Physician Assistant for a no-call, long-term neurosurgery opportunity. This inpatient position offers a predictable daytime schedule, collaboration with a specialized team, and involves managing an adult patient population within a comprehensive stroke program.

Benefits

Travel and lodging covered

Malpractice insurance included

Qualifications

• Active Illinois license required.
• BLS and ACLS certifications needed.
• 1+ years of experience in a similar setting.

Responsibilities

• Manage neuro-focused inpatient cases.
• Collaborate with neurointerventional physicians.
• Support adult patient population in a comprehensive stroke program.

Skills

Neuro-focused inpatient management

Collaboration across stroke cases

Education

Board-certified Physician Assistant

Job description

No Call and Long-Term Potential in Illinois - Neurosurgery PA Opportunity

Work alongside a leading stroke and neuro-interventional team in Illinois with a no-call schedule and ongoing assignment stability.

Highlights

• No call required - protect your off-hours
• 6+ month locums assignment with consistent scheduling
• Estimated start this fall - plan ahead now
• Work with a highly specialized neurosurgery team
• 14 shifts/month minimum - great for reliable income

Practice Setting

• Inpatient role within a comprehensive stroke program
• Partner with neurointerventional physicians
• Support from full hospital staff
• Adult patient population only
• Shared daily census of 20-25 patients

Schedule

• 7a-7p inpatient shifts
• 14 shifts per month minimum
• Ongoing need - long-term coverage preferred
• No overnight or weekend call
• Predictable daytime schedule

Procedures and Cases

• Neuro-focused inpatient management
• Collaboration across stroke and neurosurgical cases
• Work within a large stroke-certified facility

Requirements

• Active Illinois license required - no time to wait
• BLS and ACLS certifications
• At least 1 year of experience in a similar setting
• Board-certified Physician Assistant

Credentialing Requirements

• Credentialing takes approximately 60-90 days
• Start date targeted for late September

Travel Accommodations

• Travel and lodging covered
• Malpractice insurance included

Let me know if you'd like to hear more or check your availability for this role.