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Job description
Encode INC is seeking a travel Pharmacist for a travel job in Peridot, Arizona.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: Pharmacist
Discipline: Allied Health Professional
Start Date: 10/12/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
40 hours per week
Shift: 10 hours, days, evenings, nights
Employment Type: Travel
Pharmacist – San Carlos Apache Healthcare Center: Job Id-
Position Overview
Position: Pharmacist
Facility: San Carlos Apache Healthcare Center (SCAHC)
Location: 103 Medicine Way, Peridot, AZ 85542
Setting: Hospital / Outpatient Pharmacy with Inpatient & ER Support
Schedule: Variable – Days, Nights, Swings & Weekends
Float: No formal float requirement; pharmacist must be flexible to work where needed
Contract: Travel Assignment
Position Summary:
San Carlos Apache Healthcare Center is seeking an experienced Pharmacist to join its pharmacy team. This is a hospital-based position with a strong outpatient pharmacy operation , while pharmacists may also be required to support inpatient and Emergency Room pharmacy services based on department needs.
The ideal candidate will have hospital pharmacy experience , strong current medication knowledge, excellent patient counseling skills, and the flexibility to work across different pharmacy areas and schedules.
Candidates must be comfortable working days, evenings/swing shifts, nights, and weekends as required.
Key Responsibilities:
Process and dispense prescriptions accurately and in a timely manner.
Review medication orders for accuracy, appropriateness, interactions, and potential contraindications.
Counsel patients regarding medications, dosage, administration, precautions, and potential side effects.
Process controlled substances in accordance with facility policies, applicable laws, and regulatory requirements.
Support outpatient, inpatient, and ER pharmacy services as needed.
Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals regarding medication therapy.
Maintain current knowledge of medications, clinical practices, and pharmacy regulations.
Provide safe and effective medication management to patients.
Assist with medication inventory, ordering, storage, and controlled-substance management.
Utilize pharmacy technology and automated dispensing systems accurately.
Maintain appropriate documentation and comply with facility policies and procedures.
Participate in quality assurance, education, and training activities.
Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to work where pharmacy coverage is needed.
Perform other pharmacy-related duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications:
Hospital pharmacy experience required.
Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy from an accredited pharmacy school and/or PharmD .
Current and active, unrestricted state Pharmacist license .
Arizona Pharmacist license preferred.
BLS certification required.
ACLS required for inpatient/ER pharmacy coverage.
PALS required for inpatient/ER coverage; PALS may be obtained on-site.
Strong medication knowledge and clinical judgment.
Excellent patient counseling and communication skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Must be flexible to work across outpatient, inpatient, and ER areas as needed.
Must be flexible with days, nights, swing shifts, and weekends .
Must successfully pass required background and drug screening.
Preferred Experience
2+ years of clinical pharmacy experience
Inpatient/ER pharmacy experience
Experience working in both outpatient and hospital pharmacy settings
Experience with automated medication dispensing systems
Pharmacy Department
The pharmacy department is a robust operation serving the San Carlos Apache community.
Current Staffing:
6–7 Outpatient Pharmacists
4 Outpatient Clerks
4 Outpatient Pharmacy Technicians
4-person Billing Team
Pharmacy Technology & Equipment:
ScriptPro Pharmacy Management System
SP200 Robot
RPMS Electronic Health Record
Omnicell Automated Dispensing Cabinets (ADCs)
Omnicell Carousel
Kirby Lester counting machine
The pharmacy processes approximately 1,000 prescriptions per day with the support of its pharmacy team and automation technology. The department also supports clinical teams throughout the hospital and community.
Schedule Requirements
Pharmacists must be flexible with scheduling. Available shifts may include:
Day shifts
Swing shifts
Night shifts
Weekend shifts
There is no call requirement listed for this position.
Department & Clinical Services
The pharmacy supports a variety of patient-care services and initiatives, including:
Outpatient prescription services
Inpatient pharmacy support
Emergency Room pharmacy support
Vaccine clinic
Warfarin clinic
Patient outreach
Medication support for clinical teams
Community healthcare initiatives
Candidate Profile
The ideal candidate is:
A strong team player
Reliable and accountable
Flexible with assignments and schedules
Self-motivated
Patient-focused
An effective communicator
Strong in critical thinking and clinical decision-making
Adaptable to both outpatient and inpatient/ER environments
Committed to medication safety and patient care
Professional and maintains a high level of integrity
Unit Policies
Timekeeping: Kronos
Lunch: Required
Overtime: Manager signature required
Cell Phone Use: Not permitted while working
Call-In: Manager or Pharmacy must be notified at least 2 hours in advance
Missed Shifts: Not permitted
Cancellation: Client may cancel 1 shift every 2 weeks
Block Scheduling: N/A / Monday–Friday scheduling as applicable
Dress Code
Scrubs: Caribbean Blue or Business Professional
Shoes: Closed-toe
Hair: Natural colors
Nails: Short; no unnatural nails
Tattoos: Non-offensive
Piercings: No excessive piercings; no facial piercings
Important Candidate Requirements
Hospital pharmacy experience is required. Candidates must be flexible to work in outpatient pharmacy and provide inpatient/ER coverage when needed. Flexibility with days, nights, swing shifts, and weekends is required.
No pets are permitted on the housing property.
About Encode INC
At Encode, we empower organizations and individuals through innovative, human-centric workforce and technology solutions. With decades of experience and a proven track record, we deliver more than just healthcare staffing, we provide integrated, strategic support across industries, with particular strength in federal and government contracts. Why Vivian Health?
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Benefits
401k retirement plan
Vision benefits
Dental benefits
Referral bonus
Life insurance
Medical benefits
Worksite address
peridot, AZ, 85542, US
Who can apply
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