Phoenix Indian Medical Center Indian Health Service

01/30/2026

PIMC specific jobs postings can be found on USAJobs through search and this link https://www.usajobs.gov/search/results/?l=Phoenix,%20Arizona&d=HE&a=HE37&p=1&r=5

The Indian Health Service is launching the largest hiring initiative in the history of the federal agency. This unprecedented hiring push represents a historic investment in rebuilding and strengthening the IHS workforce and reflects the urgency for recruiting, hiring, and retaining qualified professionals in critical positions throughout the agency.

“With a near 30 percent vacancy rate across the IHS, our top priority is filling vacancies for positions essential to keeping our health care facilities operating smoothly, especially in some of the more rural and remote locations,” said IHS Chief of Staff Clayton Fulton. “Our friends, families, and relatives need the best available health care providers who are focused on our shared goal of raising the health status of American Indians and Alaska Natives to the highest level, and this hiring initiative will go far in helping us accomplish that goal. This is an exciting time to join the Indian Health Service.”

With the full support of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and Secretary Kennedy, the IHS worked diligently to complete a comprehensive workforce plan for this hiring effort.

Read more: https://www.ihs.gov/newsroom/pressreleases/2026-press-releases/indian-health-service-launches-largest-hiring-effort-in-agency-history/

01/30/2026

A new review in NIH's Alcohol Research: Current Reviews summarizes research on how alcohol misuse affects the lungs.

🫁 The evidence shows that drinking too much can damage lung tissue and weaken the body’s defenses, raising the risk of infections and airway diseases. Understanding how alcohol impacts the lungs could help us find new ways to protect lung health.

Learn more ➡️ https://go.nih.gov/kx19VGV.

01/29/2026

Did you know routine dental visits include oral cancer screenings? Early detection matters.
To schedule an appointment with the PIMC Dental Clinic for dental care, call 602-263-1592. If our team finds something of concern, we can help connect you with the appropriate specialty care on campus.

Dentists do more than just take care of your teeth—they also screen for oral cancer. Regular check-ups include a quick, painless oral cancer screening that can detect early signs of the disease. Screenings take a few minutes and could save your life. Learn more: http://ms.spr.ly/6181tAXNH

01/29/2026

🥗February 2026 Menus Are Now Available 🌮
The PIMC Novaki Dining Hall is located on our ground floor of the hospital, and is open to staff, patients, and visitors.
Breakfast is served from 7:30am to 8:30am, and lunch is served from 11:00am to 1:30pm.
💵 Meals are just $5! (Cash only)

01/29/2026

Sharing info on this Saturday's Walk in Your Mocs, Saturday, January 31, at Chaparral Park in Scottsdale. This is located at 5401 N. Hayden Road in Scottsdale, at 8 am. FREE and all are welcome. Light breakfast will be provided. Walking in your moccasins is optional. Participants must register to receive a free t-shirt.

For more info, or to register, click here: https://www.nativehealthphoenix.org/event/walk-in-your-mocs-01-31-2026/?instance_id=56350

01/27/2026

In response to verbal feedback during tribal consultations and written comments received regarding the timeline for the proposed agency realignment, the IHS is extending the comment submission deadline for this tribal consultation and urban confer from February 6 to February 27:https://www.ihs.gov/sites/newsroom/themes/responsive2017/display_objects/documents/2026_Letters/DTLL_DUIOLL_01272026.pdf

After the comment period closes, the IHS will enter an internal deliberation phase to review all feedback received, prior to moving through internal clearance for finalization and implementation. We appreciate the feedback received so far through both rounds of tribal consultation and urban confer, and the continued leadership from our tribal and urban partners in advancing the health and well-being of our communities. The IHS remains committed to a process that is transparent, inclusive, and responsive to their input.

Additional information on the proposed realignment can be found here: https://www.ihs.gov/tribalconsultation/ihs-realignment/

01/27/2026

The IHS Produce Prescription Pilot Program (P4) is a 5-year pilot program expanding access to produce and traditional foods through locally driven, culturally grounded solutions that support the health of American Indian and Alaska Native communities. The P4 Establishing Roots video and Year 1 Impact Report and Infographic are now live on the IHS Nutrition website.

Learn how P4 grantees launched produce prescription programs in their tribal communities during the first year—and explore the meaningful impact P4 is already making: https://www.ihs.gov/nutrition/produce-prescription-programs/p4-grantee-highlights/

01/26/2026

Unsure whether you or someone you know may be experiencing a mental health concern? Early warning signs may include changes in mood, sleeping too much, or feeling hopeless. Recognizing these signs is an important first step in seeking support: samhsa.gov/mental-health/what-is-mental-health

01/24/2026

01/23/2026

The recalled products can contain bacteria, including Pseudomonas aeruginosa, an environmental organism found widely in soil and water. People with weakened immune systems, external medical devices, or underlying lung conditions who are exposed to Pseudomonas aeruginosa face a risk of serious infection that may require medical treatment. The bacteria can enter the body if inhaled, through the eyes, or through a break in the skin.

: 1.5 million Thrasio Angry Orange Enzyme Stain Removers Due to Risk of Exposure to Bacteria. Get full refund. https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/Thrasio-Recalls-Angry-Orange-Enzyme-Stain-Removers-Due-to-Risk-of-Exposure-to-Bacteria

01/23/2026

Eating disorders and substance use disorders often co-occur—with over 1 in 4 people affected by both. However, recovery is possible with the right tools!

Read more on how to support people with both eating and substance use disorders in our latest blog:
samhsa.gov/blog/how-to-support-people-with-both-eating-and-substance-use-disorders

01/23/2026

On an annual basis, the Indian Health Service calculates and publishes calendar year reimbursement rates in the Federal Register, often referred to as the All-Inclusive Rates (AIRs), Office of Management and Budget rates, or encounter rates. Today, the 2026 AIRs were published, reflecting measurable increases for inpatient and outpatient rates for medical care provided by IHS facilities for Medicare and Medicaid beneficiaries, beneficiaries of other federal programs, and for recoveries under the Federal Medical Care Recovery Act. Learn more:https://www.ihs.gov/sites/newsroom/themes/responsive2017/display_objects/documents/2026_Letters/DTLL_01222026.pdf