Locum Tenens Physician - Family Practice Needed in AZ

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Family Practice Physician for a 52-day locum tenens position at a correctional facility in Arizona. The assignment begins on 05/12/2025, with a flexible schedule of four 10-hour shifts per week from 7 AM to 5:30 PM, Monday through Thursday. Duties include formulating diagnoses, developing and implementing treatment plans, evaluating patients, and performing basic procedures such as suturing and incision and drainage. This opportunity offers a chance to work in a unique correctional healthcare setting, utilizing the TechCare EMR system, with training provided. The position also offers the possibility of assignment extension.

Job Details: 

Location: Arizona 

Facility Type: Correctional Facility 

Start Date: 05/12/2025 

LOA: 52 days 

Provider Type Needed: Family Practice Physician 

Schedule: Monday - Thursday, 7 AM - 5:30 PM (4 x 10-hour shifts, flexible days)

Job Responsibilities and Duties: 

• Provide direct and indirect medical care to inmates 

• Handle a variety of cases ranging from minor complaints to more complex issues 

• Formulate working diagnoses and develop treatment plans 

• Perform basic procedures such as suturing and incision and drainage 

• Evaluate and modify therapeutic regimens as needed 

• Assess patients returning for follow-up care 

• Utilize TechCare electronic health record system for documentation (training provided) 

• Collaborate with correctional staff and other healthcare professionals 

• Adhere to correctional facility protocols and safety standards 

• Maintain accurate and detailed patient records 

• Stay updated on the latest advancements in correctional healthcare 

• Demonstrate cultural sensitivity and professionalism in a correctional setting

Additional Information: 

• Arizona state medical license required 

• Experience in family practice or urgent care settings essential 

• Familiarity with correctional healthcare preferred but not required 

• Comfort with basic procedures and urgent care scenarios 

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills 

• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, secure environment 

• Willingness to learn and adapt to the TechCare system

Apply now to learn more!

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 (AKA travel jobs) are contract roles designed to fill gaps in care at facilities and hospitals over a specific timeframe. These assignments can range from a week to well over a year, and often include opportunities for extension.

Locum and travel medical providers hold all the same qualifications as a permanent provider, and often choose locum work for higher pay and increased flexibility.

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