Ohio Pharmacy Services Chief - Pharmacy Operations Manager (PN: 20038196)

State of Ohio • Columbus, OH

4d • $18 • Onsite

About The Position

The Ohio Department of Behavioral Health (DBH) is seeking an experienced, visionary pharmacy leader to serve as the Chief of Ohio Pharmacy Services (OPS). This executive-level role oversees all statewide pharmacy operations, including inpatient, outpatient, and wholesale distribution services, and ensures that OPS fulfills its mission to support Ohio’s behavioral health system, correctional institutions, youth services, and community partners. This is a high-impact leadership position responsible for strategic direction, regulatory compliance, operational excellence, and the advancement of pharmaceutical services across multiple state agencies.

Requirements

• Current & valid license to practice pharmacy as issued by Ohio State Board of Pharmacy, pursuant to Section 4729.01 to 4729.29, inclusive of Ohio Revised Code
• 12 mos. trg. or 12 mos. exp. in supervision or 3 courses in pharmacy management &/or administration
• 12 mos. exp. as licensed pharmacist
• 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.
• DBH reserves the right to evaluate the academic validity of the degree-granting institution.

Nice To Haves

• Alternative, equivalent evidence of the major worker characteristics noted above may be substituted for the experience required, but not for the mandated licensure.

Responsibilities

• Lead all pharmacy and administrative operations for OPS, including Inpatient Pharmacy, Outpatient Pharmacy, and the OPS wholesale distribution warehouse.
• Direct statewide planning, development, and marketing of OPS services in alignment with Ohio Revised Code 5119.44 and the Department’s strategic priorities.
• Oversee pharmaceutical distribution and services provided to: DBH regional psychiatric hospitals, Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction (ODRC) facilities, Department of Youth Services (DYS) facilities, Community agencies participating in the DBH Community Medication Program, and Additional state, county, and local partners.
• Develop and manage the State of Ohio’s pharmaceutical contract portfolio.
• Implement purchasing and distribution strategies that ensure cost-effective, compliant, and uninterrupted access to medications statewide.
• Ensure all OPS operations meet federal and state laws governing pharmacy practice, drug distribution, controlled substances, and pharmaceutical recordkeeping.
• Establish and maintain policies, procedures, and quality standards for inpatient, outpatient, and distribution operations.
• Supervise managers of Central Pharmacy Inpatient (CPI), Central Pharmacy Outpatient (CPO), the Pharmacy Service Center (PSC), and all other operations of OPS.
• Oversee budget development, payroll, accounts receivable/payable, and financial performance.
• Review forecasting, cost analyses, financial statements, and cash-flow reports.
• Lead hiring, performance evaluations, leave approvals, and organizational structure recommendations.
• Collaborate with state agency partners to provide clinical leadership for pharmaceutical services.
• Collaborate with physicians and healthcare teams to promote optimal patient outcomes.
• Prepare and review medical, administrative, and operational reports.
• Represent DBH at meetings, conferences, and stakeholder engagements.
• Respond to inquiries from clinicians, public officials, and the general public.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Deputy Director.

Benefits

• 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 )

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Education Level: No Education Listed