FULL-TIME
Posted Sep 14, 2026
Job Description
About The POSITION
A well-established, community-focused regional healthcare system in Sterling, Illinois is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join its growing Oncology team. This is an excellent opportunity to join an established specialty practice with a strong patient base, experienced providers, and the resources of a comprehensive regional health system.
The organization has a long-standing presence in northwestern Illinois and provides a broad range of primary, specialty, diagnostic, surgical, and hospital-based services to communities throughout the Sauk Valley. The health system is known for keeping high-quality specialty care accessible locally, allowing patients to receive comprehensive treatment close to home.
Position Highlights
• Join an established Oncology team of 2 Physicians and 1 Nurse Practitioner
• Additional provider being added due to continued practice growth
• Busy, established practice with a strong patient base
• Oncology experience preferred
• Previous NP or PA experience preferred
• Chemotherapy-certified nursing experience is a plus
• Willing to train the right candidate
• Collaborative environment with experienced physicians and clinical support
• Opportunity to develop long-term expertise within an established oncology program
• Stable position within a respected regional healthcare organization
• Strong emphasis on quality patient care and work-life balance
About The COMMUNITY
Sterling, Illinois is located in the scenic Sauk Valley along the Rock River in northwestern Illinois. The area offers an attractive combination of affordability, outdoor recreation, family-friendly amenities, and easy access to larger metropolitan areas.
• Approximately 2 hours west of Chicago
• Convenient access to Rockford and the Quad Cities
• Affordable cost of living and a relaxed, welcoming community atmosphere
• Located along the Rock River and near the Mississippi River region
• Excellent opportunities for boating, fishing, hiking, biking, camping, and other outdoor recreation
• Numerous parks, trails, golf courses, sports facilities, and community events
• Local arts and cultural opportunities, including a well-established community arts academy offering music, dance, theater, and visual arts
• Impressive sports, fitness, training, and wellness facilities for a community of its size
• Public and private school options
• Family-friendly environment with a comfortable pace of life
• Great fit for someone who enjoys outdoor activities, sports, arts, and smaller-community living without being too far from major cities
About The COMP & BENEFITS
• $150,000–$180,000 salary, depending on experience
• Production-based bonus potential
• Robust benefits package
• Comprehensive health benefits
• Retirement benefits
• Excellent work-life balance
• Long-term career opportunity with an established and growing regional healthcare system
A well-established, community-focused regional healthcare system in Sterling, Illinois is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join its growing Oncology team. This is an excellent opportunity to join an established specialty practice with a strong patient base, experienced providers, and the resources of a comprehensive regional health system.
The organization has a long-standing presence in northwestern Illinois and provides a broad range of primary, specialty, diagnostic, surgical, and hospital-based services to communities throughout the Sauk Valley. The health system is known for keeping high-quality specialty care accessible locally, allowing patients to receive comprehensive treatment close to home.
Position Highlights
• Join an established Oncology team of 2 Physicians and 1 Nurse Practitioner
• Additional provider being added due to continued practice growth
• Busy, established practice with a strong patient base
• Oncology experience preferred
• Previous NP or PA experience preferred
• Chemotherapy-certified nursing experience is a plus
• Willing to train the right candidate
• Collaborative environment with experienced physicians and clinical support
• Opportunity to develop long-term expertise within an established oncology program
• Stable position within a respected regional healthcare organization
• Strong emphasis on quality patient care and work-life balance
About The COMMUNITY
Sterling, Illinois is located in the scenic Sauk Valley along the Rock River in northwestern Illinois. The area offers an attractive combination of affordability, outdoor recreation, family-friendly amenities, and easy access to larger metropolitan areas.
• Approximately 2 hours west of Chicago
• Convenient access to Rockford and the Quad Cities
• Affordable cost of living and a relaxed, welcoming community atmosphere
• Located along the Rock River and near the Mississippi River region
• Excellent opportunities for boating, fishing, hiking, biking, camping, and other outdoor recreation
• Numerous parks, trails, golf courses, sports facilities, and community events
• Local arts and cultural opportunities, including a well-established community arts academy offering music, dance, theater, and visual arts
• Impressive sports, fitness, training, and wellness facilities for a community of its size
• Public and private school options
• Family-friendly environment with a comfortable pace of life
• Great fit for someone who enjoys outdoor activities, sports, arts, and smaller-community living without being too far from major cities
About The COMP & BENEFITS
• $150,000–$180,000 salary, depending on experience
• Production-based bonus potential
• Robust benefits package
• Comprehensive health benefits
• Retirement benefits
• Excellent work-life balance
• Long-term career opportunity with an established and growing regional healthcare system
Benefits
- Health insurance
Additional Details
- City
- Sterling
- State
- Illinois
- Country
- US
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