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Healthcare screening

Healthcare Background Checks That Protect Patients and Keep Hiring Moving

Screen candidates with confidence through a healthcare-focused process that supports patient safety, verifies qualifications, and keeps your team compliant without slowing down critical hiring decisions.

Healthcare professional. Suggested replacement: clinical or hospital setting with a candidate profile on screen.
PBSA-accredited screening

Independently audited

For compliance & accuracy

PBSA

PBSA Accredited

Background Screening Association

FCRA

FCRA Certified Staff

Fair Credit Reporting Act

US Based

100% US-Based

Support and Operations

Licensed PI Agency

Licensed Private Investigative Agency

State-Licensed & Bonded

The stakes are higher

Healthcare Hiring Mistakes Have Consequences Most Industries Never Face

A missed credential or overlooked exclusion isn't a paperwork problem — it's a liability. Healthcare organizations navigate federal OIG exclusions, state licensing board requirements, Joint Commission standards, and FCRA regulations all in parallel. Most background check providers weren't built for this.

  • Screen thoroughly before onboarding to protect patients and vulnerable populations
  • Confirm credentials, licenses, and work history to ensure qualified care
  • Identify sanctions, exclusions, and compliance risks early
  • Meet facility requirements and state regulations with confidence
  • Keep hiring moving without cutting corners or creating bottlenecks

Screening Packages

Our Healthcare Screening Packages

Built around the specific responsibilities and compliance requirements of each role.

Most Popular

Healthcare Providers

Physicians, Nurses & Other Professionals

County & Federal Criminal Records — Unlimited
Employment & Education Verification
Health Care Sanctions, Exclusions & License Check
Identity Verification, SSN Trace & Nationwide Database

Healthcare Administrators

Front & Back Office, Medical Billing

County Criminal — Unlimited + Federal Search
Identity Verification & SSN Trace
Health Care Sanctions & Exclusions
Global Watch Lists & Sex Offender Registry

Healthcare Transport

EMT, Paramedic & Care Providers

County & Federal Criminal Records — Unlimited
Professional License Check & MVR
Health Care Sanctions & Exclusions
Identity Verification, SSN Trace & Nationwide Database

Additional Options: À La Carte & Drug Testing (Urine Drug Test, Oral Fluid Proctored)

90%

Under 36 hrs

On most check types

99%

1-contact support

US-based, always

9.5

Avg. tenure

Years of retention

50+

Integrations

HIPAA-compliant stack

Higher Standard

What Makes 3rd Degree Screening a Better Choice for Healthcare Hiring Teams

Healthcare screening demands a partner built for compliance, speed, and accountability — not a generic process. PBSA-accredited, with the technology and support to help any organization.

Healthcare identity verification visual.

Occupational health screening

Drug screening and occupational health services through trusted lab partners.

Compliance across every state

Disclosures, consent forms, adverse action notices, and jurisdiction-specific steps built in.

Fast turnaround times

A screening process built for speed that keeps hiring moving without delays.

US-based support team

Dedicated account managers who understand your account — no offshore ticket queues.

No setup fees or minimums

No surprise price hikes. You only pay for the checks you run.

ATS and HR system integrations

Connect to ADP, BambooHR, Greenhouse, HealthcareSource, Oracle Taleo, and 50+ more.

Standardized across our network

3rd Degree helped us standardize credential verification across our hospital network without creating bottlenecks in our hiring process.

DKW

Dr. Karen Walsh

Chief Medical Officer

Compliance made easy

Their understanding of healthcare compliance is outstanding. We never worry about Joint Commission audits because our screening documentation is always in order.

RK

Robert Kim

Director of Talent Acquisition

Reliable across high volume

We run high-volume screening across multiple facilities, and the turnaround times are consistently fast. The dedicated account team makes all the difference.

LM

Linda Martinez

VP of Human Resources

Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to the most common questions healthcare teams ask before starting with us. Can't find what you're looking for? Reach out — we usually respond within an hour.

Still have questions?

Our team is happy to walk you through the specifics of your program.

See Pricing

90% of our screenings are completed within 36 hours of ordering. Complex verifications like license checks may take slightly longer, but you'll always have real-time visibility through your dashboard.

Healthcare Hiring Can't Wait. Neither Should Your Background Checks.

Start screening faster, stay compliant, and make confident healthcare hiring decisions with a partner that keeps your process moving.

Bright hospital lobby corridor
Smiling healthcare professional

Ready When You Are

Get Started Today

Contact us today to discuss your requirements and discover how 3rd Degree Screening can support your healthcare hiring needs.

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