Physician Assistant

Amergis Healthcare Staffing; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 114,000; Full time

Job summary

Amergis Healthcare Staffing in Peoria, Illinois seeks a licensed Physician Assistant to provide medical services under physician supervision for patients of all ages. The role encompasses data collection, diagnostic procedures, and direct patient care in various settings.

The PA will diagnose and treat common illnesses, perform minor procedures, order labs, and coordinate care with physicians and specialists.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Health Science required or as per state rules.
• Physician Assistant license/registration with the state Medical Board.
• NCCPA certification preferred; may be required by state/contract.
• Minimum one year of PA experience preferred.
• BCLS certification required; ACLS/PALS may be required.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical services under physician direction for patients of all ages.
• Collect and document patient history and perform diagnostic procedures.
• Order and interpret labs as appropriate and provide patient counseling.
• Diagnose, treat common illnesses, and perform minor procedures.
• Coordinate care across specialty and primary care areas.

Skills

Communication skills

Patient care focus

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Health Science

PA License/Registration

NCCPA certification preferred

BCLS certification

ACLS/PALS as required

Job description

The Physician Assistant provides medical services to patients of all ages under the direction of a physician; collects and documents patient data, conducts diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, orders and schedules laboratory studies and provides professional consultations and direct patient care services. The Physician Assistant works in all specialty and primary care areas, diagnosing and treating common illnesses and performing minor procedures.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Health Science field preferred, may be required by state regulations or contract specifications
• Physician's Assistant Certificate of Registration or License from the state Medical Board
• Certified as a Physician's Assistant by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants preferred; may be required by state regulations or contract specifications.
• One (1) year of experience as a Physician's Assistant strongly preferred
• BCLS certified required
• ACLS/PALS per state or contract requirements.
• TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable
• Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation)
• Must meet all federal, state and local requirements
• Must be at least 18 years of age

Job Category:

Advanced Practitioner

Job Function:

Advanced Practitioner | PA | Physician Assistant

Job Type:

Contract - Full Time

Setting:

Healthcare Facilities

Position Type:

Healthcare

Office Number:

0727

Contract Duration:

0

Pay Rate:

$73 / Hour

Date Posted:

2026-07-20T15:25:19