Does a General Discharge for Drug Abuse Automatically Bar You From Medical Employment in Ohio?

Question by davidkent08: Does a general discharge for drug abuse automatically bar you from medical employment in Ohio?
Im getting discharged for drug abuse, but not going to courtmarshall. I know the medical field is strict about drug abuse, but since it’s not a felony, am I still eligible for a medical job?

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Answer by Diane A
Probably nothing licensed, as they also ask on all the license forms, about military discharge history & particulars. And this is easily verified on a background check.

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