Pharmacy Board Inspector (East Region)

State of Ohio; New Philadelphia (OH); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team as a Pharmacy Board Inspector, where you will play a vital role in ensuring compliance with drug laws in Ohio. This position offers a unique opportunity to work from a home office while conducting inspections across various facilities. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in the pharmaceutical industry, excellent attention to detail, and a commitment to public safety. With a supportive work environment and comprehensive benefits, this role is perfect for those passionate about making a difference in the community. Embrace the chance to contribute to the health and safety of Ohioans while enjoying a fulfilling career with the State of Ohio.

Benefits

Medical Coverage

Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance

Paid time off including vacation and sick leave

Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave

Education and Development Opportunities

Public Retirement Systems

Qualifications

• 42 months of experience in the pharmaceutical industry required.
• Valid driver's license mandatory for the position.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regulatory inspections of licensed facilities for compliance.
• Complete detailed inspection reports documenting findings.

Skills

Board and Commission Compliance

Inspection Principles

Medication Management

Code Enforcement

Investigation

Attention to Detail

Listening

Written Communication

Confidentiality

Observation

Education

Associate program core coursework in law enforcement or healthcare

Pharmaceutical industry experience

Job description

Job Description - Pharmacy Board Inspector (East Region) (250000CI)

Organization

Organization: Pharmacy Board

Agency Contact Name and Information: [e-mail]

Unposting Date

Unposting Date: Jan 18, 2025, 10:59:00 PM

Primary Location

Primary Location: United States of America-OHIO-Carroll County-Carrollton

Other Locations

Other Locations: United States of America-OHIO-Tuscarawas County-New Philadelphia, United States of America-OHIO-Columbiana County-Leetonia, United States of America-OHIO-Mahoning County-Austintown

Compensation: $24.66 to $32.08

Schedule

Schedule: Full-time

Work Hours: 40 Hours a week

Union: OCSEA

Primary Job Skill

Primary Job Skill: Board and Commission Compliance

Technical Skills: Inspection Principles, Medication Management, Code Enforcement, Investigation, Pharmacy

Professional Skills: Attention to Detail, Listening, Written Communication, Confidentiality, Observation

Agency Overview

The State of Ohio Board of Pharmacy shall act efficiently, consistently, and impartially in the public interest to pursue optimal standards of practice through communication, education, legislation, licensing, and enforcement.

The State of Ohio Board of Pharmacy is the single State agency in Ohio responsible for administering and enforcing laws governing the practice of pharmacy and the legal distribution of drugs. The Board consists of nine members who are appointed by the Governor for terms of four years. Eight of the members are licensed pharmacists who represent, to the extent practicable, each phase of pharmacy practice. One member represents the public. The Board has a staff of 90 employees that is responsible for carrying out the day-to-day operations and responsibilities of the Board.

To learn more about our agency, please visit our website at www.pharmacy.ohio.gov.

Job Description

This Inspector position is assigned to the East Region of Ohio. The final candidate selected for this position is required to live in or relocate to Carroll, Columbiana, Mahoning, Stark or Tuscarawas county within 180 days from effective date of hire.

What You'll Do:

Inspectors work from a residential home office and are provided a state vehicle for official Board of Pharmacy business. Inspectors play a critical role in fulfilling the mission of the Board of Pharmacy by being actively involved in the regulation and enforcement of laws governing the distribution of legal drugs in Ohio.

• Conduct regulatory inspections of licensed facilities where dangerous drugs are stored, sold, dispensed, compounded, manufactured, or otherwise distributed (retail pharmacies, emergency medical services, jail facilities, first aid rooms, health clinics, and veterinary services) to ensure compliance with all Ohio and federal drug laws and regulations relating to the legal distribution of dangerous drugs (reviews security and accountability pertaining to all dangerous drug stocks, prescription records, records of administration, other records of accountability required by law, dispensing and compounding equipment, pharmaceutical, and legal library reference materials), inspects alternative record keeping systems for accountability, security, and positive identification of all parts of the practice of pharmacy.
• Completes detailed inspection reports documenting findings and any violations necessitating verbal or written warnings requiring written responses.
• Interacts and collaborates with other Board of Pharmacy employees in conducting inspections and assisting in investigative matters surrounding licensed and unlicensed facilities possessing dangerous drug stocks.

Training:

If you are selected for the Pharmacy Board Inspector position, you will be required to complete a 16-week training. This training will take place in Columbus, Ohio and also in the field. Traveling to and from training will be required.

THE INITIAL PROBATIONARY PERIOD FOR ALL NEWLY HIRED EMPLOYEES WILL BE 365 DAYS. UNLESS REQUIRED BY LEGISLATION OR UNION CONTRACT, STARTING SALARY WILL BE SET AT STEP 1 OF THE PAY RANGE.

Reasonable Accommodation:

Please contact the Human Resources Office at [e-mail] so proper arrangements can be made. Otherwise, you will be given specific instructions on requesting an accommodation if you are invited to interview.

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

42 months of experience within the pharmaceutical industry; valid driver’s license.
-Or passage of an examination approved by the State of Ohio Board of Pharmacy to determine a person’s competency to perform services as a qualified pharmacy technician; 30 months of experience within the pharmaceutical industry; valid driver’s license.
-Or completion of associate program core coursework in law enforcement or healthcare related field; 24 months of experience within the pharmaceutical industry; valid driver’s license.
-Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.

Job Skills: Board and Commission Compliance

Supplemental Information

Application Status:

You can check the status of your application online by signing into your profile through careers.ohio.gov. The application status is shown to the right of the position title(s) to which you have applied along with the application submission details. Questions pertaining to things other than your application status can be directed to [e-mail].

Technical Assistance:

Applicants experiencing technical issues should send an email to [e-mail].

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.