Locum Tenens Physician - Family Practice Needed in AZ

  • ID: 211377
  • Updated October 28th, 2025

  • Job ID 211377
  • Job Title Physician - Family Practice
  • Provider Type Physician
  • Specialty Family Practice
  • Job Type Locum Tenens
  • State AZ
  • Practice Setting Correctional Facility
  • Duration 52 Days
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Job Description

We are seeking a board-certified Family Practice Physician for a 52-day locum tenens assignment in Arizona. This opportunity begins on Nov 17, 2025, with 10-hour day shifts, Monday through Thursday or Tuesday through Friday. The assignment is within a correctional facility setting, offering a structured schedule for providers experienced in urgent care or correctional medicine.

Job Details
  • Location: Arizona
  • Facility Type: Correctional Facility
  • Start Date: Nov 17, 2025
  • LOA: 52 days
  • Provider Type Needed: Family Practice Physician
  • Schedule: 6:30am-4:00pm, four 10-hour shifts per week (Monday-Thursday or Tuesday-Friday)

Responsibilities and Duties
  • Provide direct and indirect medical care to address the healthcare needs of patients within the facility
  • Formulate working diagnoses, develop and implement treatment plans, and evaluate or modify therapeutic regimens
  • Evaluate patients returning from off-site treatment
  • Respond to and initiate care for medical emergencies throughout the facility
  • Coordinate, lead, and participate in educational and training activities related to patient care

Additional Information
  • Correctional facility experience preferred, but not required
  • Board certification in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine required per state agreement
  • Must hold a valid Arizona medical license
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certifications required
  • Familiarity with TechCare EMR preferred
  • Start date may depend on completion of Department of Corrections clearance and submission of required documentation

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.

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Job Benefits

  • Competitive compensation

  • Travel-related expenses covered

  • A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided

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