Physician - Family Practice

Job Description

We are seeking a Family Practice Physician for a 135-day locum tenens assignment in Arizona, starting Jan 26, 2026. This opportunity features 8-hour day shifts, Monday through Friday, providing comprehensive medical care in a correctional setting. The role is ideal for a physician with strong leadership skills and a commitment to high-quality patient care within a multidisciplinary team.

Job Details

• Location: Arizona
• Start Date: Jan 26, 2026
• LOA: 135 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
• Lead and collaborate with the Health Services Supervisor to direct the medical program
• Monitor and review clinical operations and standards of care
• Interview patients for admissions decisions
• Conduct clinical rounds and participate in treatment team meetings to develop and review individual health plans
• Direct unit treatment operations and perform minor and occasional major surgeries as needed
• Hold clinics to support nursing specialists in diagnosis and treatment
• Maintain effective relationships with facility staff and external provider agencies
• Apply corporate and facility policies while exercising independent medical judgment
• Contribute to the development of facility medical policies
• Motivate staff to perform duties in line with policies and procedures
• Regularly evaluate medical services to ensure efficiency and prevent duplication
• Monitor inpatient hospitalizations and coordinate early release when clinically appropriate
• Closely oversee cases of potential catastrophic illness
• Prepare and maintain narrative, statistical, and operational records and reports
• Ensure security and confidentiality of medical records
• Audit medical files for proper documentation of services provided
• Recommend improvements for operational efficiency and cost-effectiveness of health services
• Foster strong relationships with outside hospital and agency administrators
• Support accreditation efforts (NCCHC/ACA/JCAHO) as applicable
• Participate in on-call rotation and attend required seminars, workshops, and conferences
• Provide health counseling and education on both individual and group bases
• Clearly communicate responsibilities and accountability to direct subordinates

Additional Information

• Must hold a valid Arizona medical license
• US Citizenship required for facility clearance
• Facility clearance process takes approximately 3 weeks

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.