Crusader Community Health·Rockford, Illinois
The Physician Assistant provides primary care services to children and/or adults as part of the provider team. They collaborate with various healthcare professionals to ensure high levels of care.
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The Physician Assistant gives primary care services to children and/or adults as part of the provider team at Crusader Community Health collaborating with licensed MD/DO physicians. The Physician Assistant will collaborate and consult, when necessary, with patients, families, Crusader support staff, other advanced practice providers, OBGYN physicians, as well as internal and external consultants in order to provide the appropriate high level of care. This position reports to the Lead Advanced Practice Provider of the Adult and Family Medicine Department and subsequently the Chair of the Adult and Family Medicine Department and Chief Medical Officer.
Crusader Community Health serves the Rock River Valley area with quality primary health care for all people in need. CCH provides a comprehensive benefits package which includes: Medical, Dental, Flexible Spending/Health Savings Account, Life Insurance, Accident Coverage, Critical Illness Coverage. Employees enjoy company paid Life Insurance, Short Term Disability and Long-Term Disability, paid Holidays, Personal Days, accrued Paid Time Off hours (PTO)- 18 days in the first year, and continuing medical education time and financial reimbursement. Additionally, employees may enroll in the CCH 403(b) Retirement Plan, with employer match after one year of service.
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Crusader Community Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, family responsibilities, reproductive health rights, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.
Market context
Illinois physician assistant openings are often competitive in settings like physiatry, orthopedics, and skilled nursing, where employers value candidates who can work across patient populations and care teams. This role typically stands out for requiring an Illinois Certified Physician Assistant license, NCCPA certification, and active DEA and Controlled Substance licenses, while also welcoming new graduates. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your licensure status and highlight any relevant rehab, ortho, or SNF experience in your application.
