Physician​/Family Practice​/Arizona​/Locum​/Locum Physician - Primary Care

Position: Physician / Family Practice / Arizona / Locum or Permanent / Locum Physician - Primary Care Job
Job Title:

Locum Primary Care Physician Overview:
Vie Med Healthcare Staffing is seeking a highly qualified Locum Primary Care Physician to provide essential medical services in Eloy, Arizona.

This role offers an excellent opportunity to deliver comprehensive primary care to detainees in a detention facility, including adults and children, ensuring high-quality patient outcomes and clinical oversight. The position requires a dedicated professional capable of working independently within a dynamic healthcare environment, contributing to facility performance and patient well-being. The role is ideal for physicians seeking flexible, impactful work with competitive compensation.

Required Skills:

Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) from an accredited institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or equivalent. Valid, unrestricted medical license in Arizona. DEA license for prescribing controlled substances. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association or equivalent. Minimum of 1 year of direct patient care experience in primary care, preferably within detention, correctional, or residential healthcare settings.

Proficiency in physical assessments, diagnostic testing, and treatment planning for diverse patient populations. Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams. Ability to utilize electronic health records efficiently. Fluency in English; proficiency in Spanish is preferred but not required. Nice to Have

Skills:

Board certification or eligibility in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Emergency Medicine, or Pediatrics. Experience providing care to both adult and pediatric populations, including women s health and chronic disease management. Knowledge of social determinants of health and cultural competence in patient care. Prior experience working in correctional or detention healthcare environments. Preferred

Education and Experience:

Medical degree from an accredited U.S. or Canadian program. At least 1 year of relevant clinical experience in primary care. Board certification or eligibility in a relevant specialty is advantageous. Other Requirements:
Willingness to respond to medical emergencies on-site and participate in rotational on-call duties. Ability to work 8-10 hour shifts, totaling 40 hours per week, with flexibility for emergency response. Successful completion of background checks and security clearances as required by DHS/ICE. Physical ability to perform emergency procedures, including CPR, and assist patients during evacuations. Must adhere to HIPAA and Privacy Act regulations to maintain patient confidentiality.

This position offers a competitive hourly rate of $160, with comprehensive benefits including weekly pay via direct deposit, licensure and travel reimbursements, and a supportive team environment. If you are a committed primary care physician looking to make a meaningful impact in a correctional healthcare setting, we encourage you to apply now and advance your career with VHS. VHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer ( EEO )/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/E-Verify Employer and welcomes all to apply