Executive Chief, State Pharmacy Services

Ohio Department of Behavioral Health; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 56,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

Ohio Department of Behavioral Health seeks a visionary Chief of Ohio Pharmacy Services to oversee statewide pharmacy operations, including inpatient, outpatient, and wholesale distribution, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements and strategic priorities.

The role emphasizes strategic leadership, clinical collaboration, and operational excellence across multiple state agencies, with a focus on improving patient outcomes and service delivery.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate core program in mental health or related field and 24 months experience in assessing consumers'/residents' needs & abilities as part of an interdisciplinary team and in development of habilitation/treatment plans or programs for persons who are mentally ill or developmentally disabled.
• 6 months training in manpower planning or 6 months experience scheduling personnel for adequate coverage and making staff projections; 3 months training or experience in budgeting and spending for an operational unit or program.

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 Department priorities.
• Oversee pharmaceutical distribution and services provided to state facilities, youth services, and community partners.
• Develop and manage the State of Ohio's pharmaceutical contract portfolio; implement purchasing and distribution strategies.
• Ensure OPS operations meet federal and state laws governing pharmacy practice and drug distribution; establish policies and quality standards.
• Lead hiring, performance evaluations, leave approvals, and organizational structure recommendations.
• Collaborate with state agency partners to provide clinical leadership for pharmaceutical services; promote optimal patient outcomes.
• Prepare and review medical, administrative, and operational reports; represent DBH at meetings and stakeholder engagements.

Skills

Mental Health

Job description

Ohio Department of Behavioral Health seeks a visionary Chief of Ohio Pharmacy Services to oversee statewide pharmacy operations, including inpatient, outpatient, and wholesale distribution, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements and strategic priorities.

The role emphasizes strategic leadership, clinical collaboration, and operational excellence across multiple state agencies, with a focus on improving patient outcomes and service delivery.