Physician - Family Practice

Job Description

We are seeking a Family Practice Physician for a 120-day locum tenens assignment in Arizona, starting Jul 6, 2026. This role offers a structured schedule of 8-hour day shifts, Monday through Friday, providing comprehensive care to an inmate and resident population in a correctional setting.

Job Details

• Location: Arizona
• Start Date: Jul 6, 2026
• LOA: 120 days
• Provider Type Needed: Family Practice Physician
• Schedule: 8-hour days, 5x per week (Monday to Friday), 40 hours per week

Responsibilities and Duties

• Provide a range of professional medical services, including examinations, diagnosis, prescribing medications, and treatment follow-up
• Deliver leadership and direction for the medical program in collaboration with the Health Services Supervisor
• Monitor and review standards of care delivered to inmates and residents
• Interview inmates and residents for admissions decisions
• Conduct clinical rounds and participate in treatment team meetings for individual health plans
• Direct unit treatment operations and perform minor or occasional major surgeries as needed
• Hold clinics for nursing specialists, making diagnoses, determining treatments, and providing prescriptions and protocols
• Foster strong working relationships with facility and nursing staff, contract providers, and outside agencies
• Apply corporate, facility, and correctional policies, using sound independent judgment in medical responsibilities
• Assist in developing facility policy for medical services
• Motivate and encourage staff for policy adherence and effective performance
• Evaluate and improve the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of health services
• Regularly audit medical files and ensure timely processing of documentation
• Monitor inpatient hospitalizations, facilitate early release when clinically appropriate, and oversee potential catastrophic illnesses
• Prepare and maintain operational records, reports, and logs
• Work with outside hospital administrators to coordinate care
• Facilitate accreditation processes as applicable (NCCHC/ACA/JCAHO)
• Maintain on-call status as required
• Attend relevant seminars, workshops, and conferences
• Provide health counseling and education on an individual or group basis
• Ensure clear communication of responsibilities and accountability to subordinates

Additional Information

• Must hold a valid Arizona medical license
• US citizenship required with physical social security card and driver’s license for onboarding
• Board certification not 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.