119 healthcare jobs are open in Illinois, on employers' own career pages, from 18 employers. The three employers with the most openings are Mercy Health, Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs and Adventist Health, with 84 of the 119. 41 percent of these postings list a pay range. The middle half of listed pay runs from $140,000 to $300,000, with a median of $225,000. The places with the most are Rockford, IL (35); Freeport, IL (17); Chicago, IL (9). A typical posting has been open 21 days.
Illinois requires employers to list a pay range in many postings, so the pay figures here come from the employers' own ranges.
Applications here go through Workday (52%), USAJOBS (22%), Greenhouse (15%), SmartRecruiters (9%).
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Showing the newest 50 of 119. See the rest in the app.
Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs
Hines, IL · Posted Oct 16
Health Technician
$50,762 to $65,990 a year74% below the median listed hereSeen todayNew this weekFederal (USAJOBS)
Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, this role encompasses both direct and indirect patient care activities, as well as related support functions.
Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs
Chicago, IL · Posted Oct 16
Clinical Pharmacist (Outpatient)
$142,007 to $184,613 a year27% below the median listed hereSeen todayNew this weekFederal (USAJOBS)
AND, Pharmacists assigned to this position must demonstrate the following knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs): 1.
Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs
North Chicago, IL · Posted Oct 16
Health Technician Direct Care
$50,762 to $65,990 a year74% below the median listed hereSeen todayNew this weekFederal (USAJOBS)
The purpose of the position is to assist in the care and management of patients in the acute care setting and long-term care.
Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs
Chicago, IL · Posted Oct 15
Fee Basis Physician - Neurosurgeon
Seen todayNew this weekFederal (USAJOBS)
The Jesse Brown Veterans Affairs Hospital located in Chicago, Illinois is seeking applications for a Neurosurgeon.
Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs
Phoenix, AZ and 17 more places · Posted Oct 15
Psychologist (National Manager)
$107,446 to $139,684 a year45% below the median listed hereSeen todayNew this weekFederal (USAJOBS)
The duty location for this position is negotiable and will be determined upon selection in accordance with applicable VA policies and return to office (RTO)…
Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs
North Chicago, IL · Posted Oct 14
Licensed Pharmacist(Associate Service Chief) - Operations
$169,217 to $219,988 a year14% below the median listed hereSeen todayNew this weekFederal (USAJOBS)
Responsible for all operational aspects of pharmacy services at the Captain James A.
Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs
North Chicago, IL · Posted Oct 14
Licensed Pharmacist(Pharmacy Supervisor) - Procurement Program Manager
$150,535 to $195,699 a year23% below the median listed hereSeen todayNew this weekFederal (USAJOBS)
Grade Determinations: Responsible for the professional and administrative management of an assigned area in pharmacy service, to include budgetary execution.
Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs
Marion, IL · Posted Oct 13
Physician - Physiatrist
$250,000 to $275,000 a year17% above the median listed hereSeen todayNew this weekFederal (USAJOBS)
The Marion VA Medical Center is seeking a full-time Physiatrist to join their Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Service Line!
Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs
Hines, IL · Posted Oct 9
Supervisory Medical Care Transportation Technician - Paramedic
$83,482 to $108,553 a year57% below the median listed hereSeen todayFederal (USAJOBS)
You must be proficient in basic written and spoken English in order to perform the duties of this position.
Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs
Chicago, IL · Posted Oct 8
Physician - Chief of Radiology
$300,000 to $375,000 a year50% above the median listed hereSeen todayFederal (USAJOBS)
The Jesse Brown VA Medical Center is seeking a well-qualified Physician with demonstrated leadership skills, clinical excellence, and commitment to education…
Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs
Hines, IL · Posted Oct 5
Physical Therapist
$100,059 to $130,080 a year49% below the median listed hereSeen todayFederal (USAJOBS)
This position is located at the Edward Hines Jr. VA Hospital, Hines, IL (578) - a Level 1a Complexity VHA Facility.
Healthcare jobs by place in Illinois
| Place | Open jobs |
|---|---|
| Rockford, IL | 35 |
| Freeport, IL | 17 |
| Chicago, IL | 9 |
| North Chicago, IL | 8 |
| Aliceville, AL | 7 |
| Crystal Lake, IL | 6 |
| Hoffman Estates, IL | 5 |
| Mercyhealth Burchard Hills- Freeport, IL | 5 |
| Evergreen Park, IL | 4 |
| Hines, IL | 4 |
| Hinsdale, IL | 4 |
| Peoria, IL | 4 |
| Phoenix, AZ | 4 |
| Woodridge, IL | 4 |
| Bloomingdale, IL | 3 |
and 33 more places with fewer jobs.
Who is hiring healthcare in Illinois
| Employer | Open jobs | Typical posted pay |
|---|---|---|
| Mercy Health | 54 | |
| Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs | 24 | $225,000 |
| Adventist Health | 6 | $387,500 |
| Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System, Department of Justice | 6 | $110,073 |
| Elite Dental Partners | 5 | |
| Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Department of Homeland Security | 4 | |
| Thriveworks | 4 | |
| BAI USA Bio-Med Appl of Arecibo Inc | 3 |
Counts are open postings on each employer's own career page. Staffing firms and job boards are left out.
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How many healthcare jobs are open in Illinois?
119 on Oct 18, 2026, from 18 employers, read from employers' own career pages. The number changes as employers post and close roles.
Where in Illinois are most healthcare jobs?
Rockford, IL (35); Freeport, IL (17); Chicago, IL (9).
Do healthcare jobs in Illinois pay more than the US?
The median listed pay here is $225,000; across the US it is $140,000. Both come from postings that state pay, and a listed range is the employer's budget, not an offer.
Does Illinois require pay ranges in postings?
Yes, for many employers, those with 15 or more employees (in force 2025-01-01). Source: IDOL.
How much do healthcare jobs in Illinois pay?
41 percent of postings list a pay range. The median listed pay is $225,000 and the middle half runs from $140,000 to $300,000. A listed range is the employer's budget for the role, not an offer. Illinois requires employers to list a range in many postings.
Which employers are hiring healthcare in Illinois?
The employers with the most openings are Mercy Health (54), Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs (24), Adventist Health (6). The full list is above.
How long do these postings stay open?
A typical posting has been open 21 days, and 18 percent have been open more than 60 days. An old posting is not always a closed one.
How do I apply?
Each job links to the employer's own application page. Open the posting, read the requirements and apply there. If you want a score for how well your resume matches a job, create a free Second Summit account and we score it with the reasons.
Where does this list come from?
We read employers' own career pages and USAJOBS. We do not list jobs from job boards or search services, and we do not estimate pay.
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