Certified Pharmacy Technician - FMC - 20038205

• Certified Pharmacy Technician
• Ohio Pharmacy Services - FMC

Who We Are:

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, OH.

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.

Please note: Effective October 1, 2025, the Ohio Department of Mental Health & Addiction Services has transitioned to its new name—the Ohio Department of Behavioral Health. This change reflects our continued commitment to providing comprehensive, person-centered care that addresses the full range of behavioral health needs for Ohioans. All positions and services now fall under the Ohio Department of Behavioral Health as we move forward in serving individuals, families, and communities across the state.

What You’Ll Do At Dbh:

The Ohio Department of Behavioral Health's Ohio Pharmacy Services is recruiting for a Certified Pharmacy Technician at Franklin Medical Center (FMC)

• Work hours:
• 11:00 am to 7:30 pm. Rotating every Saturday and Sunday

The Ohio Department of Behavioral Health (DBH) is seeking a dedicated Certified Pharmacy Technician to assist in filling prescription drug and pharmaceutical supply orders under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist. This role supports safe, accurate, and efficient medication management in alignment with DBH policies, procedures, and regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities:
💊 Accurately fill and label prescriptions, process stock requisitions, and deliver medications to patient care and ancillary areas.
🧴 Prepare IV admixtures and other sterile products using aseptic technique per USP <797> and <800> standards.
📦 Maintain adequate inventory of medications and supplies—order, receive, unpack, rotate, and store items appropriately.
🔍 Inspect stock for outdated or unusable drugs and replace as necessary to ensure patient safety.
💻 Enter and reconcile patient charges and credits in the pharmacy system with accuracy and timeliness.
📋 Maintain complete and accurate documentation, including controlled substance records, dispensing logs, and transfer reports.
🧠 Operate and troubleshoot automated dispensing equipment and barcode scanning systems.
🚚 Perform STAT deliveries to patient care units and pick up returns from nursing stations as needed.
☎️ Answer phones and assist with requests at the pharmacy window in a professional and courteous manner.
🧽 Keep pharmacy work areas, IV rooms, and equipment clean, organized, and compliant with safety guidelines.
🤝 Support DBH’s mission by contributing to a culture of safety, quality, and patient-centered care.
 

Join DBH and make a direct impact on patient recovery and wellness through excellence in pharmaceutical care and teamwork!

This is an hourly position covered by the OCSEA/AFSCME bargaining unit (union), with a pay range of 5 on the OCSEA Pay Range Schedule. Normal working hours are 11:00 am to 7:30 pm. Rotating every Saturday and Sunday. This position is located within Franklin Medical Center at 1990 Harmon Ave., Columbus, Ohio 43223.

Unless required by any applicable union contract and/or requirements of the Ohio Revised Code, the selected candidate will begin at Step 1 of the pay range schedule listed above, with an opportunity for pay increase after six months of satisfactory performance and then a yearly raise thereafter.

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.

Position Qualifications

Registered with the Ohio Board of Pharmacy as a Certified Pharmacy Technician. Note: If position involves operating motor vehicle to transport medications, a valid driver’s license is required. 

• Primary Job Skill: Pharmacy
• Professional Skills: Attention to Detail, Confidentiality, Ethics and Values

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. DBH 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 andrew.seifert@dbh.ohio.gov or 614-466-8884.

All final applicants tentatively selected for this class will be required to submit to urinalysis to test for illegal drug use prior to appointments. An applicant with a positive test shall not be offered employment.

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.

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.