Pharmacist

Pharmacist

At the Ohio Department of Behavioral Health (DBH), we strive to exemplify The Heart of Hope for individuals and families affected by mental health and substance use disorders. We proudly employ over 2,800 dedicated employees across our six inpatient behavioral health hospitals, Ohio Pharmacy Services, Ohio's prison systems, and the central office located in the James A. Rhodes State Office Tower in Columbus, Ohio. DBH Values: Service-Oriented (Person Centered, Solution Oriented, Customer Service Focused) Collaborative (Approachable, Reasonable, Transparent) Value Driven Innovative (Yes Before No) Strong Sense of Urgency Our team of highly qualified professionals advances a critical system of behavioral healthcare in Ohio that helps people be well, get well, and stay well. Join our collaborative, service-oriented environment, where you will be respected and valued. The Ohio Department of Behavioral Health (DBH) is proud to be an Ohio Recovery Friendly Workplace, committed to supporting the health and well-being of all employees, including those in recovery. We foster an inclusive, stigma-free environment where individuals impacted by mental health and substance use challenges are valued, supported, and empowered to thrive. Our workplace culture promotes wellness, second-chance hiring, and recovery-informed policies that reflect our mission to serve Ohioans with compassion and respect, both in the community and within our own team.

We are seeking a detail-oriented, customer-focused Pharmacist to join our team. In this role, you will ensure safe and effective medication use through accurate dispensing, clinical review, sterile compounding, inventory management, and leadership of pharmacy support staff. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong clinical judgment, adheres to high standards of regulatory compliance, and contributes to efficient pharmacy.

Key Responsibilities:

• Medication Preparation & Dispensing Compound, prepare, dispense, and label medications in compliance with state and federal law. Review and validate patient profiles for dose accuracy, interactions, contraindications, and therapy duration. Transcribe and process verbal prescription orders. Verify final medication product and labeling prior to dispensing. Maintain an organized and compliant work area. Ensure complete and accurate documentation for all medications dispensed. Supervise and verify work completed by pharmacy technicians.
• Clinical Review & Medication Safety Conduct clinical reviews to monitor medication appropriateness and therapeutic outcomes. Identify and address drug–drug, drug–food interactions, duplications, and inappropriate therapy. Communicate with prescribers regarding medication concerns or optimization opportunities. Recommend formulary alternatives when appropriate. Maintain documentation and compliance required by accrediting and regulatory bodies.
• Operational Workflow & Technology Management Prioritize daily workflow activities, including printing orders and Medication Administration Records (MARs). Use pharmacy software systems to process orders and generate reports. Operate and troubleshoot unit dose systems and automated dispensing technologies. At sites utilizing Automated Dispensing Cabinets (ADCs), manage restocking, discrepancy resolution, overrides, and administrative‑level tasks. Support special projects and workflow improvement initiatives.
• Inventory & Supply Management Order, receive, and maintain adequate drug and supply inventory. Monitor expiration dates, rotate stock, and process returns of outdated products. Ensure secure storage of medications, including controlled substances and accountable items. Assist with inventory audits and maintain accurate stock records.
• Professional Development & Leadership Serve as a lead worker overseeing pharmacy technician activities. Attend staff meetings and continuing education programs. Share updates on new drug information with pharmacy staff. Contribute to a collaborative, efficient, and patient‑focused work environment.

This is an hourly position covered by the Ohio Health Care SEIU/1199 bargaining unit (union), with a pay range of $52.86/hr. Normal working hours Monday through Friday, hours may vary. This position is located within Ohio Pharmacy Services 2150 W. Broad St. Columbus, Ohio 43223.

Training and Development Required to Remain in the Classification After Employment: Continuing pharmacy education as required in Section 4729.12 of Ohio Revised Code & Sections 4729-7-01 to 4729-7-07, inclusive of Ohio Administrative Code Required Educational Transcripts Official transcripts are required for all post-secondary education, coursework, or degrees listed on the application. Applicants must submit an official transcript before receiving a formal employment offer. Failure to provide transcripts within five (5) business days of the request will result in disqualification from further consideration. Transcripts printed from the institution's website will not be accepted. The Ohio Department of Behavioral Health reserves the right to evaluate the academic validity of the degree-granting institution.

Application Procedures To be considered for this position, you must apply online through this posting website (careers.ohio.gov). We no longer accept paper applications. When completing your online Ohio Civil Service Application, be sure to clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications outlined on this job posting. We will not give credit for your qualifications, experience, education, and training in the job selection process if there is no evidence provided on your application. In addition, "see resume" is not a substitution for completing supplemental questions. Answers to the supplemental questions must be fully supported by the work experience/education sections of your application. You may check the status of your application by signing into your profile on this website (careers.ohio.gov). We will communicate with you through the email you provided in your profile and job application. Be sure to check your email regularly. Background Check Notice The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicant's prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration. Rule 5122-7-21, "Background check on applicants," outlines disqualifying offenses that will preclude an applicant from being employed by the Department of Behavioral Health. If you require a reasonable accommodation for the application process, assessment &/or interview, please contact Andrew Seifert, EEO/ADA Administrator at View email address on click.appcast.io or View phone number on click.appcast.io.

Why Work for the State of Ohio: At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website ! Our benefits package includes: Medical Coverage Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more) Public Retirement Systems ( such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS ) & Optional Deferred Compensation ( Ohio Deferred Compensation ) *Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Qualifications: Current & valid license to practice pharmacy as issued by Ohio State Board of Pharmacy, pursuant to Sections 4729.01 to 4729.29, inclusive of Ohio Revised Code must provide own transportation. Job Skills: Pharmacy ADA Statement: Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws. Drug-Free Workplace: The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.