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How much do weekend intensivist jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 2, 2026, the average yearly pay for weekend intensivist in Hines, IL is $375,270.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $366,100.00 and $395,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a weekend intensivist?

Weekend Intensivists are physicians, typically specializing in critical care or intensive care medicine, who provide care to critically ill patients during weekends. Their primary responsibility is to manage patients in the intensive care unit (ICU) during hours when regular weekday intensivists may not be present. This role helps ensure continuity of high-level care for ICU patients throughout the weekend, addressing any emergencies and making important medical decisions. Weekend intensivists often work in shifts and collaborate with other healthcare professionals to optimize patient outcomes.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a weekend intensivist?

To thrive as a Weekend Intensivist, you need board certification in critical care medicine, strong clinical judgment, and expertise in managing critically ill patients. Familiarity with advanced life support systems, ventilators, electronic medical records, and possibly certifications like ACLS are typically required. Excellent communication, decisive leadership, and the ability to remain calm under pressure are essential soft skills. These competencies are crucial for ensuring optimal patient outcomes and effective care delivery during high-stress weekend shifts when resources may be limited.

What are some unique challenges faced by a weekend intensivist compared to a weekday intensivist?

Weekend Intensivists often encounter higher patient acuity and reduced staffing levels, which can make decision-making more demanding and require a greater degree of autonomy. Collaboration with on-call specialists and support staff is crucial, as resources may be less readily available than during the week. Additionally, Weekend Intensivists play a key role in maintaining continuity of care by effectively communicating patient status and plans to the weekday teams, ensuring seamless transitions and optimal patient outcomes.

What is the difference between Weekend Intensivist vs Hospitalist?

AspectWeekend IntensivistHospitalist
CredentialsMD/DO, ICU certification, board-certified in critical careMD/DO, general internal medicine or family medicine certification
Work EnvironmentIntensive care units, critical care settingsInpatient hospital wards, general medical units
Employer & IndustryHospitals, ICU services, critical care teamsHospitals, inpatient care teams, general medicine services

Weekend Intensivists focus on providing critical care in ICU settings during weekends, requiring specialized critical care certifications. Hospitalists manage general inpatient care across hospital wards, often working full weekdays. Both roles are essential in hospital medicine but differ in scope, environment, and certification requirements.

Weekend Intensivist jobs near you

Neurosurgery NP/PA

The Resource Group

Elk Grove Village, IL • On-site

$125K - $142K/yr

Other

Medical, PTO

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Job description

We Are Hiring

Location: Elk Grove Village, IL and Hoffman Estates, IL

Facility Name: Ascension Medical Group

Schedule: Full-time, Monday-Thursday, 7pm-5:30am nights

Base salary: $125,698.00 - $142,324.00 per year

CME Allowance: $3,000

Malpractice coverage with tail

What You Will Do

This is an exceptional opportunity for a motivated NP/PA to join an employed position within a busy, well-respected practice, supported by a strong referral base and the full resources of a robust health system network.

At Ascension Illinois we pride ourselves on innovation and excellence in healthcare. The Neurosurgery program is part of a Comprehensive Stroke Center at Alexian Brothers and provides a great opportunity to hone your neurosurgery skills. We offer a supportive, collaborative environment where you can thrive both personally and professionally.

Position Highlights:

  • Join busy Neurosurgery practice
  • Team supports Neurosurgery inpatient and outpatient service at two acute care hospitals and a rehab facility for Neurosurgeons, adults and pediatrics
  • Cover inpatient census, first call ER, consults, rounding, coordinates inpatient surgeries
  • Critical Care or Neuroscience bedside nursing clinical experience required
  • Practice setting: Inpatient/Outpatient
  • Assist in OR is optional
  • On-call rotation for holidays, weekends and PTO coverage
  • Surgical and on call experience preferred
  • Team Camaraderie: Experience a close-knit, supportive neurosurgery team working together.
  • Board Certified Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
  • Eligible for state medical license and DEA/Controlled Substance

About the Facility

  • 387 bed hospital
  • Level II trauma
  • Brand new and dedicated Neurosurgery floor
  • Major Stroke Center
  • Excellent and well-respected Neurosurgery Program
  • 24/7 Intensivist service
  • 36 bed ICU
  • Integrated referral network
  • Part of Ascension, a national nonprofit Catholic health system

Why Physicians Choose Ascension

  • Physician-led, collaborative culture
  • Long-term practice stability
  • National network with local autonomy
  • Mission-centered care rooted in service
What You Will Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

  • BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
  • Nurse Practitioner credentialed from the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
  • Drug Enforcement Admin credentialed from the Drug Enforcement Administration preferred.
  • Registered Nurse preferred.

Education:

  • Master's degree of Nursing required.
Visa Eligibility

None

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

Fraud prevention notice

Prospective applicants should be vigilant against fraudulent job offers and interview requests. Scammers may use sophisticated tactics to impersonate Ascension employees. To ensure your safety, please remember: Ascension will never ask for payment or to provide banking or financial information as part of the job application or hiring process. Our legitimate email communications will always come from an @ascension.org email address; do not trust other domains, and an official offer will only be extended to candidates who have completed a job application through our authorized applicant tracking system.

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Why Join Our Team?

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Benefits

Paid time off (PTO)Various health insurance options & wellness plansRetirement benefits including employer match plansLong-term & short-term disabilityEmployee assistance programs (EAP)Parental leave & adoption assistanceTuition reimbursementWays to give back to your community

Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance, location and salary range at the time of the offer.

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