Physician - Family Practice

Job Description

We are seeking a Family Practice Physician for an 80-day locum tenens assignment in Arizona, beginning Dec 1, 2025. This role offers a Monday through Friday schedule with 8-hour day shifts. The physician will provide comprehensive medical services to inmates and residents, collaborating with healthcare teams to deliver high-quality care in a correctional facility setting.

Job Details

• Location: Arizona
• Start Date: Dec 1, 2025
• LOA: 80 days
• Provider Type Needed: Family Practice Physician
• Schedule: 8-hour days, 5x per week

Responsibilities and Duties

• Provide a range of professional medical services, including examinations, diagnoses, prescribing medications, and follow-up care for inmates and residents
• Collaborate with the Health Services Supervisor to provide direction and leadership for the medical program
• Monitor and review standards of care and operational practices delivered to inmates and residents
• Conduct admissions interviews, make clinical rounds, and participate in treatment team meetings to devise, review, and alter individual health plans
• Oversee unit treatment operations and provide guidance to nursing specialists in diagnosis, treatment, and prescribing protocols
• Perform minor and occasional major surgeries as necessary
• Maintain effective working relationships with facility staff, nursing staff, contract providers, and outside agencies
• Utilize established policies and procedures while exercising independent judgment in decision-making
• Assist in the development of facility medical policies and motivate staff adherence to protocols
• Regularly evaluate all medical services for efficiency and to prevent unnecessary duplication
• Monitor inpatient hospitalizations and facilitate early releases when clinically appropriate
• Closely track potential catastrophic illnesses
• Prepare and maintain various records, reports, and logs; audit medical files for documentation completeness
• Evaluate and recommend methods to improve operational efficiency and cost-effectiveness of health services
• Meet with outside hospital and agency administrators to ensure close working relationships
• Support facility accreditation processes where applicable
• Maintain on-call status as required
• Attend seminars, workshops, and conferences as needed
• Provide health counseling and education individually or in groups
• Clearly communicate responsibilities, authorities, and accountability to direct subordinates

Additional Information

• Must hold an active medical license in Arizona
• US Citizenship required for facility clearance
• Universal cover page and vendor-neutral submittal required

Benefits

• Strong compensation
• Travel-related expenses covered
• A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
• Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities

What are Locum Tenens Jobs?

Locum tenens jobs, sometimes referred to as travel assignments, are contract positions that help meet patient care needs at various healthcare facilities and hospitals for a defined period. These roles can vary in length from a single week to over a year, often with options for extension. Medical professionals who undertake locum or travel work possess the same qualifications as permanent staff and frequently opt for these roles due to benefits such as competitive remuneration and greater scheduling flexibility.