Locum Tenens Physician - Family Practice Needed in AZ
- ID: 212040
- Updated November 18th, 2025
- Job ID 212040
- Job Title Physician - Family Practice
- Provider Type Physician
- Specialty Family Practice
- Job Type Locum Tenens
- State AZ
- Practice Setting Correctional Facility
- Duration 52 Days
Job Description
We are seeking a board-certified Family Practice Physician for a 52-day locum tenens assignment at a correctional facility in Arizona. This opportunity starts on Dec 15, 2025, and offers a four-day workweek with 10-hour day shifts (Monday-Thursday or Tuesday-Friday). Physicians with correctional or urgent care experience are encouraged to apply.Job Details
- Location: Arizona
- Facility Type: Correctional Facility
- Start Date: Dec 15, 2025
- LOA: 52 days
- Provider Type Needed: Family Practice Physician
- Schedule: Monday-Thursday or Tuesday-Friday, 6:30am-4:00pm
Responsibilities and Duties
- Provide direct and indirect medical care to meet the healthcare needs of patients within the facility
- Formulate working diagnoses, develop and implement treatment plans, and evaluate or modify therapeutic regimens
- Evaluate patients who have returned 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 medical care
Additional Information
- Board certification in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine is required (per state agreement)
- Must hold a valid Arizona medical license
- Basic Life Support (BLS) and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certifications required
- Correctional facility background is preferred, but not required
- Experience in urgent care settings is acceptable
- EMR system: TechCare
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
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Competitive compensation
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Travel-related expenses covered
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A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided