Locum Physician Assistant (PA) - Hospitalist in Illinois

LocumJobsNetwork is working with Barton Associates to find a qualified Hospitalist PA in Illinois! About The Position We are seeking an experienced Hospitalist Physician Assistant for a 7-week locum tenens assignment in Illinois. This opportunity begins on Nov 24, 2025, and involves night shifts from 7p-7a, with coverage across multiple hospital locations and a focus on med surg nocturnist care. The role offers a consistent schedule of 10-12 shifts per month and requires comfort with both solo and team-based settings. Job Details Location : Illinois Facility Type : Hospital Start Date : Nov 24, 2025 LOA : 7 weeks Provider Type Needed : Hospitalist Physician Assistant Schedule : Night shifts, 7p-7a; multiple locations with 10-12 shifts per month; specific dates include Nov 24, Dec 4-7, Dec 21-22 Responsibilities and Duties Provide nocturnist hospitalist coverage at designated hospital sites Manage med surg admissions, with acuity ranging from low to high depending on location Operate independently at critical access sites with no staff support (3-4 admits / night at high acuity, 1-2 admits / night at low acuity) Collaborate with MD and APP support at higher volume trauma locations (10-12 admits / night) Utilize multiple EMR systems including Meditech, CPSI, Epic, and Cerner Ensure high-quality patient care across varying levels of acuity and resource availability Additional Information Hospitalist experience required Must hold an active Illinois license Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required Ability to independently manage admissions and patient care overnight in both solo and team environments 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, sometimes referred to as travel assignments, are contract positions that help meet patient care needs at various healthcare facilities and hospitals for a defined period. These roles can vary in length from a single week to over a year, often with options for extension. Medical professionals who undertake locum or travel work possess the same qualifications as permanent staff and frequently opt for these roles due to benefits such as competitive remuneration and greater scheduling flexibility. LI-SC1 1672903EXPPLAT About Barton Associates 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.