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Doctor of Medicine | Family Practice Location: Las Animas, CO Employer: Wellhart, LLC Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details) Shift Information: Days - 5 days x 8 hours Contract Duration: 85 Days Start Date: ASAP About the Position We are seeking a Family Practice Physician for a 100-day locum tenens assignment in Colorado starting Nov 24, 2025. This position offers a standard schedule of 8-hour day shifts, Monday through Friday, and involves providing comprehensive medical services in a correctional facility setting. Job Details Location: Colorado Start Date: Nov 24, 2025 LOA: 100 days Provider Type Needed: Family Practice Physician Schedule: 8-hour days, 5x per week Responsibilities and Duties Provide a variety of professional medical services to inmates and residents, including examinations, diagnosis, treatment, medication prescription, and follow-up care Offer direction and leadership for the medical program in collaboration with the Health Services Supervisor Monitor and review standards of care and operations for inmates and residents Interview and assess admissions for inmates and residents Conduct clinical rounds and participate in treatment team meetings for individualized health plans Direct unit treatment operations and perform minor and occasional major surgeries as needed Hold clinics for nursing specialists, assist with diagnoses, treatment, prescriptions, and protocols Maintain strong working relationships with facility staff, contract providers, and outside agencies Apply established policies and sound independent judgment in all responsibilities Assist in the development of facility medical policies and motivate staff adherence to procedures Evaluate medical services regularly to prevent inappropriate use or duplication Monitor inpatient hospitalizations and facilitate timely release as clinically appropriate Closely monitor potential catastrophic illnesses Prepare and maintain comprehensive records, reports, and logs, and audit medical files for documentation Recommend methods to improve operational efficiency and cost effectiveness of health services Engage with outside hospital and agency administrators to foster effective collaboration Facilitate accreditation efforts for the medical program as applicable Accept on-call status and attend required seminars, workshops, and conferences Provide health counseling and education individually or in groups Communicate responsibilities and accountability to subordinates, and conduct staff meetings to promote effective communication Maintain absolute security and confidentiality of all medical records Additional Information Must hold a valid Colorado medical license Driver’s license required for facility clearance 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, sometimes referred to as travel assignments, are contract positions that help meet patient care needs at various healthcare facilities and hospitals for a defined period. These roles can vary in length from a single week to over a year, often with options for extension. Medical professionals who undertake locum or travel work possess the same qualifications as permanent staff and frequently opt for these roles due to benefits such as competitive remuneration and greater scheduling flexibility.