Family Medicine Physician or Internal Medicine Needed for a Tribal Health- Any State License Accepted

Locum Family/Internal Medicine Physician – Tribal Health | Chinle, AZ & South Dakota 🌿📍 Locations & Settings🧾 Assignment Details👩‍⚕️ Responsibilities✅ Candidate Requirements💸 Compensation & Perks🌄 Why These Roles Matter

Arc Health is seeking mission-driven, Board-Certified Family Medicine or Internal Medicine Physicians (MD/DO) for two impactful locum tenens assignments serving tribal communities in Chinle, Arizona and South Dakota. These roles offer the chance to deliver high-quality care while immersing yourself in culturally rich, scenic environments.

• Chinle, AZ: Serve at a 60-bed hospital in the heart of the Navajo Nation, surrounded by the stunning landscapes of Canyon de Chelly. This role is primarily outpatient, with flexibility to support across service units.
• South Dakota: Provide outpatient primary care at a tribal clinic serving American Indian patients of all ages. Pediatrics support is available on-site when needed.
• Start Date: ASAP upon credentialing
• Duration: 13 weeks to 6 months (extendable)
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 40 hours/week
• Chinle: Potential for telehealth or satellite clinic coverage
• South Dakota: Includes 1 hour/day of protected administrative time
• Patient Volume: 14–20 patients/day
• Deliver full-spectrum outpatient care
• Perform comprehensive exams for adults and children
• Collaborate with specialists and care teams
• Participate in quality improvement and culturally responsive care initiatives
• Maintain compliance with IHS, CMS, and privacy standards
• MD or DO from accredited institution
• Board Certification (ABFM or ABIM)
• Active, unrestricted license and DEA (any U.S. state or territory)
• Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS
• Minimum 6 months recent outpatient experience
• Clean background and malpractice history
• Valid driver’s license; able to pass health/security clearance
• Competitive locum rates
• Malpractice insurance (including tail) fully covered
• Travel, lodging, and rental car provided
• Supportive team culture and mission-driven organization
• Chinle, AZ: Patients often travel hours for care—your presence is deeply valued.
• South Dakota: Join a resilient tribal community where your work makes a daily impact.