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Dr. Melissa Best

Physician Assistant

Physician Assistant Yorkville, IL Healthy Driven
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Overview
Level
Staff
Function
Healthcare
Tenure
12 years at Healthy Driven
Gender
Female
Connections
150
Position in HealthTal Database
  • 24,152 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the Physician Assistant specialty. Melissa Best is one of them.
  • 535 Physician Assistants are based in IL (out of 48,672 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • 63 contacts at Healthy Driven are tracked in HealthTal.
  • Typical Physician Assistant compensation in IL: $110,000 – $165,000 (median $130,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
  • Top employers of Physician Assistants in IL: Northshore University Healthsystem (17), Rush University Medical Center (15), Physicians Immediate Care (14).
  • 85% of Physician Assistants in IL have verified education credentials on file.
  • Data refreshed May 2026.

Public records & verifications
  • Verify against the NPPES Provider Registry (HHS / CMS). Search NPPES →
  • Professional LinkedIn profile on file (subscribers only).
  • Data aggregated from public licensure databases, LinkedIn, and verified employer records. Cross-check via the registry link above.
Education
Butler University
BS cum laude, Physician Assistant
2004
Waubonsee Community College
Skills
Emr Healthcare Family Medicine Hospitals Pediatrics Emergency Medicine Acls Patient Education Surgery Cpr Certified Bls Urgent Care Board Certified Medical Education Medicine Epic Systems Hipaa Patient Safety Electronic Medical Record
About Healthy Driven
Industry
Hospitals & Physicians Clinics
Employees
5000+
Revenue
$1B+
Website
eehealth.org
Professional Overview

Dr. Melissa Best is a Physician Assistant, currently affiliated with Healthy Driven, based in Yorkville, IL. As a physician assistant, Dr. Best contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Yorkville, IL. They have been with Healthy Driven for 12 years. Dr. Best holds academic credentials, including BS cum laude, Physician Assistant, from Butler University and Waubonsee Community College. Core competencies include Emr, Healthcare, Family Medicine, Hospitals, Pediatrics. Healthy Driven operates in the Hospitals & Physicians Clinics sector with a workforce of 5000+ employees. Healthcare organizations seeking to recruit physician assistant professionals can use HealthTal to access verified direct email addresses and personal phone numbers sourced from NPI records and professional licensing databases. Direct outreach to physician assistant specialists consistently yields higher response rates than passive job board postings, particularly for roles requiring specific clinical credentials or state licensure. The Yorkville, IL healthcare market offers access to a concentrated pool of clinical professionals, making direct outreach particularly effective for organizations building local care teams or expanding service capacity in the region.

Recruiting Physician Assistant

Physician recruiting typically takes 90-180 days due to the specialized nature of the role. Reaching physicians through direct email or personal phone is significantly more effective than LinkedIn, as most practicing physicians are not actively job searching. HealthTal provides personal email addresses and direct dial numbers sourced from NPI records.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Melissa Best located?
Dr. Melissa Best is based in Yorkville, IL. They are currently affiliated with Healthy Driven.
What is Dr. Melissa Best's specialty?
Dr. Melissa Best specializes in Physician Assistant. Their current role is Physician Assistant.
Where does Dr. Melissa Best currently work?
Dr. Melissa Best currently works at Healthy Driven. They have been there for 12 years.
What is Dr. Melissa Best's educational background?
Dr. Melissa Best attended Butler University and Waubonsee Community College.
How do I contact Dr. Melissa Best for recruiting?
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How do I recruit a Physician Assistant?
Recruiting physician assistants typically involves reaching out via direct email or phone. HealthTal's database provides verified contact data for physician assistants across all 50 states, allowing you to contact candidates directly without going through job boards.
What is the average salary for a Physician Assistant in IL?
Physician Assistants in IL typically earn $110,000 to $165,000 annually, with a median of $130,000. Figures derive from BLS OEWS data, adjusted for state cost of labor. Senior-titled roles (Director, Manager, Chief) and high-acuity practice settings push the upper end.

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