Neurohospitalist Locum Opportunity – Illinois

We are seeking a Board Certified Neurohospitalist for an ongoing locum tenens opportunity in Illinois, beginning March 1, 2027. This position offers a consistent 7-on/7-off schedule, daytime shifts, and dedicated Physician Assistant support.

Assignment Details

• Specialty: Neurology / Neurohospitalist
• Start Date: March 1, 2027
• Contract Length: Initial 3 months, ongoing
• Setting: Hospital-based inpatient Neurology

Schedule & Coverage

• 7 days on / 7 days off
• Shift Hours: 7:00 AM–7:00 PM
• Initial Coverage: March 1–7, 2027, and every other week thereafter
• Approximately 2 weeks of coverage per month
• Full-time coverage commitment required
• PRN and sporadic part-time availability will not be considered

Practice Setting

• Inpatient Neurology coverage across two hospital locations
• Facilities approximately 8 miles apart (15-minute drive)
• Split the workday between both locations
• Approximately 15–25 patients per day
• Inpatient rounding and neurological consultations
• Epic EMR

Clinical Responsibilities

• Round on hospitalized Neurology patients
• Perform inpatient neurological consultations
• Provide recommendations and support to Hospitalist teams
• Interpret EEG studies
• Supervise and collaborate with a Physician Assistant
• Coordinate neurological care across two hospital locations
• Manage adult patients requiring inpatient neurological evaluation and treatment

Support Staff

• Dedicated Physician Assistant rounding alongside the Neurohospitalist
• PA coverage from 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
• Collaboration with hospital-based clinical teams

Requirements

• Board Certification Required
• Active Illinois medical license required; IMLC candidates considered
• Active DEA required
• BLS and ACLS required
• Minimum 1–2 years of relevant experience
• EEG interpretation skills required
• Comfortable independently managing inpatient Neurology patients
• Ability to provide consistent 7-on/7-off coverage

Credentialing & Travel

• Credentialing Timeframe: Up to 90 days
• Travel and lodging covered

Ideal Candidate

An experienced Board Certified Neurologist / Neurohospitalist with strong inpatient Neurology skills, EEG interpretation experience, and the ability to work independently across two hospital locations.

Interested candidates should submit their CV and specific availability to learn more!