Family Practice Physician

Eastern Shawnee Companies LLC • Tsaile, AZ

4h • Onsite

About The Position

Eastern Shawnee Staffing Services, in partnership with Indian Health Services (IHS), is seeking a dedicated Family Practice Physician for a long-term contract assignment at the Tsaile Health Center in Tsaile, Arizona. This is an opportunity to combine meaningful service, career growth, and work-life balance in an impactful healthcare setting. The role focuses on serving an underserved community while offering competitive compensation, a consistent schedule, and a supportive clinical environment. The Family Practice Physician will provide comprehensive, patient-centered care to individuals and families across the lifespan, with a focus on improving health outcomes in the American Indian and Alaska Native population. This is a 1099 Government Contractor (Locum) position with a duration of up to 1 year, with extension options, in an outpatient family practice clinic setting.

Requirements

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Family Medicine
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, or Urgent Care
• Active, unrestricted medical license in any U.S. state or territory
• Current DEA registration
• Active Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Must be a U.S. citizen residing primarily in the United States
• Must be able to pass a federal background/security clearance
• Proof of education (diploma or transcripts required)

Nice To Haves

• ACLS and PALS preferred
• Experience with Indian Health Services (IHS) or tribal healthcare systems preferred
• Experience working in rural or underserved settings preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive primary care services to patients of all ages
• Conduct patient evaluations, physical exams, and medical histories
• Diagnose and treat acute and chronic conditions
• Order and interpret laboratory tests and diagnostic imaging
• Prescribe medications in accordance with IHS formulary guidelines
• Provide patient education on disease prevention and health maintenance
• Coordinate referrals using the Patient Referred Care (PRC) process
• Collaborate with clinical staff on quality improvement initiatives
• Follow all IHS infection control and safety protocols
• Maintain accurate documentation in the EHR system
• Uphold patient rights, confidentiality, and cultural sensitivity

Benefits

• Long-term, stable contract with extension potential
• Consistent weekday schedule – no weekends or holidays
• Competitive compensation
• Opportunity to serve a rural and underserved population
• Supportive clinical environment
• Open to local and travel candidates

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree