Locum Family Practice Physician

Quick Facts

• Role: Locum Family Practice Physician

• Setting: Outpatient clinic (primary care)

• Schedule: Standard 5, 8-hour shifts (08:00–17:00), scheduled coverage with no call

• Contract length: 13 weeks

• Start date: 12/07/26

• Pay: $115/hr–$130/hr

Description

Provide comprehensive primary care in an outpatient setting, delivering diagnosis, treatment, and preventive services for patients of all ages. The assignment includes patient histories and physical exams, management of acute and chronic conditions, preventive care, and minor procedures as permitted by state regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive primary care services for infants through adults

• Conduct comprehensive patient histories and physical examinations

• Diagnose and treat acute and chronic illnesses (e.g., infections, allergies, respiratory conditions)

• Manage chronic conditions (e.g., diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol)

• Order and interpret diagnostic tests

• Prescribe medications and develop treatment plans

• Provide preventive care (immunizations, cancer screenings, health education)

• Perform minor procedures such as skin biopsies, joint injections, and wound care (as permitted)

• Collaborate with specialists when needed to ensure coordinated care

• Maintain accurate and complete medical records

• Stay current through continuing education

Requirements

• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school

• Family medicine residency training accredited by ACGME or AOA

• Board certification in family medicine by ABFM or AOA

• Active and unrestricted medical license in Arizona

• Preferred: at least 1 year of experience in a primary care setting

Benefits

• Competitive, transparent locum tenens pay ($115/hr–$130/hr)

• Travel and lodging coverage

• Malpractice coverage and risk management support

• In-house credentialing and licensing teams

• Dedicated application and assignment support

• Easy timekeeping and streamlined document management