Advanced Practice Provider (PA or FNP)
Listed compensation
$110k-$150k
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
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Job Description
Advanced Practice Provider (PA / FNP) – Chicago
- Location: Cicero, IL (near Chicago’s Southwest Side)
- Employment Type: Full-Time
- Compensation: $110,000–$150,000 annually, based on experience + up to $9,000 in quarterly bonuses
- Language Requirement: Spanish speaking – Preferred, not Required
Lead the Future of Patient Care at EPIC Health
At EPIC Health, we're committed to delivering accessible, high-quality healthcare that makes a meaningful difference in the communities we serve. As a growing multi-specialty healthcare organization, we bring together physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses, medical assistants, and other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive, patient-centered care across every stage of life.
If you are a clinically strong APP who is passionate about primary care, enjoys building relationships with patients and families, we would love to hear from you.
Compensation
- Base Salary: $110,000–$150,000 annually, based on experience
- Quarterly Bonus: Up to $9,000 per quarter
- Maximum Annual Bonus Opportunity: Up to $36,000
- Bonus eligibility and payout are based on applicable performance and organizational criteria.
What You'll Do
Patient Care
- Evaluate patients, obtain comprehensive health histories, and perform physical examinations.
- Diagnose and treat acute and chronic medical conditions within your scope of practice.
- Develop individualized treatment plans and provide appropriate follow-up care.
- Provide preventive care, health education, and counseling to patients and families.
- Order, perform, and interpret appropriate diagnostic testing, including laboratory studies, EKGs, and other diagnostics within scope.
- Prescribe medications and therapies in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and organizational policies.
- Perform appropriate office-based procedures, including injections, wound care, suturing, and immunizations.
Collaboration & Care Coordination
- Collaborate with physicians and other members of the clinical team to provide comprehensive patient care.
- Coordinate referrals, diagnostic testing, follow-up care, and other services as needed.
- Work closely with medical assistants, nurses, technicians, and other clinical staff to support efficient patient care.
- Communicate effectively with patients, families, providers, and staff.
Clinical Quality & Documentation
- Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant medical records.
- Follow clinical protocols, evidence-based practices, and organizational policies.
- Promote patient safety, quality care, and a positive patient experience.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and team meetings.
- Maintain appropriate professional licensure, certifications, and clinical credentials.
What You'll Bring
Required Qualifications
- Active, unrestricted Illinois Physician Assistant (PA) or Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) license.
- Graduation from an accredited PA or Nurse Practitioner program.
- Current national certification appropriate to your profession.
- Fluency in Spanish – preferred, not required.
- Strong clinical assessment, diagnostic, and treatment skills.
- Ability to provide primary care to patients across a range of ages.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, patient-centered environment.
- Strong commitment to quality, patient safety, and compassionate care.
Preferred Qualifications
- 2–5 years of experience in primary care and/or pediatrics preferred, open to new graduates.
- Experience working with culturally diverse patient populations.
- Experience in a community health center, multi-specialty practice, or other outpatient setting.
- Experience with common outpatient procedures.
- Strong interest in preventive care and long-term patient relationships.
Why Join EPIC Health?
At EPIC Health, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a growing healthcare organization while serving a community that values culturally responsive and accessible care.
You'll work alongside a collaborative clinical team with the resources and support needed to provide high-quality care while continuing to develop your skills and career.
What We Offer
- $110,000–$150,000 base salary based on experience
- Up to $9,000 in quarterly bonus opportunities
- Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Paid time off and holiday pay
- Professional development and ongoing training
- Supportive clinical and operational leadership
- Opportunities for professional growth within a growing healthcare organization
Credentialing & Employment Requirements
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of applicable pre-employment and credentialing requirements, which may include:
- Background check
- Illinois license and certification verification
- Education and training verification
- Professional references and employment verification
- DEA verification, as applicable
- NPI verification
- Malpractice history review
- Payer credentialing and enrollment
- Other requirements applicable to the position
EPIC Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of applicable background checks, credentialing, licensure verification, and other pre-employment requirements.
Key Responsibilities
The Advanced Practice Provider will evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients while developing individualized treatment plans and performing office-based procedures. They will also collaborate with the clinical team to coordinate care and maintain accurate, compliant medical records.
Requirements
Candidates must hold an active, unrestricted Illinois Physician Assistant or Family Nurse Practitioner license and possess current national certification. Experience in primary care or pediatrics is preferred, along with strong clinical assessment and communication skills.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Family Medicine — Nurse Practitioner Career Context
Of the 50 active Family Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 14% are remote, 60% have no call, 64% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Illinois is 100.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$130k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $130k in an average-cost state. 62.6% of Illinois clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $110k–$150k | Family Medicine median $128k (middle half $128k–$137k)23 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$130k in purchasing power | Illinois index 100.0 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Family Medicine listings in Illinois | 79 active | 2,702 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 14% remote · 60% no call · 64% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | sign-on bonus | Illinois Nurse Practitioner listings: 24% state a sign-on bonus (median $18k) · 18% offer loan repayment494 active listings, Oct 2026 |
| Family Medicine pay trend | +2.8% vs prior quarter | —through Sep 2026 |
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