PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT I - CERMAK

Cook County Government; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 87,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

Basic Term Life Insurance

Pension Plan

Deferred Compensation Program

Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time

PSLF

Job summary

Cook County Health & Hospitals System is seeking a Physician Assistant I to provide diagnostic and therapeutic care under physician supervision at Cermak Health Services, Chicago. The role emphasizes patient assessments, coordination of care, and adherence to health standards.

Minimum qualifications include ARC PA program, NCCPA certification or eligibility, and Illinois PA license with BLS. ACLS preferred. Rotating shifts, salary posted hourly, with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• ARC PA program graduate required.
• Board certification by NCCPA or ability to obtain before starting.
• Illinois PA license or ability to obtain prior to starting.

Responsibilities

• Provide and manage direct patient care.
• Perform health assessments and physical examinations.
• Order diagnostic tests and interpret results with supervising physician.
• Communicate test results and diagnoses to patients.
• Develop and implement patient management plans.
• Prescribe and dispense medications per policy.

Skills

Direct patient care

Health assessments

Medical documentation

Communication

Education

ARC Physician Assistant program

Job description

If you have an issue completing your application, please call Taleo Support at 312-864-0430.

Job Number:

00139362

Job Posting

Oct 22, 2026, 9:05:07 PM

Closing Date

Ongoing

Full-time

Collective Bargaining Unit : SEIU Local 73 Posting Salary : $63.313 - $71.259 HOURLY

Organization

Health and Hospital Systems

LOCATION:

Cermak Health Services, 2800 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608

DEPARTMENT:

Med/Surg Administration

SHIFT:

Rotating/Varies (All shifts: 8AM-4PM, 1PM-9PM, 2PM-10PM, and rotating weekends)

To receive Veteran Preference, appropriate discharge papers must be attached to the online application or must be included with your emailed resume/CV. Please refer to Veteran Preference document requirements listed on the bottom of this posting.

This position is exempt from Career Service under the CCH Personnel Rules.

JOB SUMMARY

The Cermak Health Care of Cook County (CERMAK) provides healthcare to the detainees at the Cook County Department of Corrections. Under the direction of Chair of the Department of Correctional Health, Medical Director at Cermak, the Physician Assistant I will primarily perform diagnostic and therapeutic procedures that are deemed appropriate to the normal scope and characteristics of the collaborating physician and in compliance with the Illinois Physician Assistant Practice Act. May perform other job-related duties as assigned.

TYPICAL DUTIES

• Provides and manages direct patient care
• Conducts patient's health needs assessments
• Obtains comprehensive history and performs detailed physical examinations to determine accurate diagnosis
• Orders appropriate diagnostic tests or lab work necessary, i.e., X-rail, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), complete blood count (CBC), etc.
• Informs and effectively communicates with patient test results and/or diagnosis
• Identifies and communicates with supervisor any patient care issues; offers research guided recommendations for improvement initiatives if applicable
• Develops and implements patient management plans in providing continuity of care
• Performs procedures, treatments, and other subspecialty dependent modalities within the scope of the collaborating physician to improve patient outcomes
• Adheres to quality and patient safety standards set forth by CCH
• Adheres to infection control policies and protocols, i.e., hand hygiene
• Prescribes and dispenses medications utilizing best practices
• Complies with federal, state, and local legal and professional requirements.
• Maintains professional licensing requirements and technical knowledge through continued educational programs and workshops supporting emerging healthcare trends

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduate of an Accreditation Review Commission (ARC) Physician Assistant program is required (must provide proof at time of interview).
• Board Certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) or ability to obtain certification prior to starting employment is required.

Valid Physician Assistant license in the State of Illinois or have the ability to obtain license prior to starting employment is required.

• Valid Illinois Controlled Substances License (ILCS) or ability to obtain license within six (6) months of starting employment is required.
• Valid licensure with the Federal DEA or ability to obtain license within six (6) months of starting employment is required.
• Must possess a Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required (must provide proof at time of interview).

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Valid Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification is preferred.

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

This position is functioning within a healthcare environment. The incumbent is responsible for adherence to all hospital and department specific safety requirements. This includes but is not limited to the following policies and procedures: complying with Personal Protective Equipment requirements, hand washing and sanitizing practices, complying with department specific engineering and work practice controls and any other work area safety precautions as specified by hospital wide policy and departmental procedures.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the personnel so classified.

For purposes of the American with Disabilities Act, "Typical Duties" are essential job functions.

VETERAN PREFERENCE

When applying for employment with the Cook County Health & Hospitals System, preference is given to honorably discharged Veterans who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States for not less than 6 months of continuous service.

To take advantage of this preference, a Veteran must:

• Meet the minimum qualifications for the position.
• Identify self as a Veteran on the employment application by answering yes to the question, "Are you a Military Veteran?"
• Attach a copy of their DD 214, DD 215, or NGB 22 (Notice of Separation at time of application filing. Please note: If you have multiple DD214s, 215s, or NGB 22S, Please submit the one with the latest date. Coast Guard must submit a certified copy of the military separation from either the Department of Transportation (Before 9/11) or the Department of Homeland Security (After 9/11). Discharge papers must list Honorable Discharge Status. Discharge papers not listing an Honorable Discharge Status are not acceptable.

OR

A copy of a valid State ID Card or Driver’s License which identifies the holder of the ID as a Veteran, may also be attached to the application at time of filing.

If items are not attached, you will not be eligible for Veteran Preference.

VETERANS MUST PROVIDE ORIGINAL APPLICABLE DISCHARGE PAPERS OR APPLICABLE STATE ID CARD OR DRIVER’S LICENSE AT TIME OF INTERVIEW.

BENEFITS PACKAGE

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Basic Term Life Insurance
• Pension Plan
• Deferred Compensation Program
• Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time
• You may also qualify forthe Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)

MUST MEET ALL REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AT TIME OF APPLICATION FILING.

Degrees awarded outside of the United States with the exception of those awarded in one of the United States’ territories and Canada must be credentialed by an approved U. S. credential evaluation service belonging to the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or the Association of International Credential Evaluators (AICE). Original credentialing documents must be presented at time of interview.

Must successfully meet the credentialing standards established by the Cook County Health and Hospitals System to include a State of Illinois PA license and any other license, certification, or specialized training, etc., no later than two (2) weeks prior to the candidate’s start date.

*Please note all offers of Employment are contingent upon the following conditions: satisfactory professional & employment references, healthcare and criminal background checks, appropriate licensure/certifications, and the successful completion of a physical and pre-employment drug screen.

*CCHHS is strictly prohibited from conditioning, basing, or knowingly prejudicing or affecting any term or aspect of County employment or hiring upon or because of any political reason or factor.

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