When working in a human resource department for a medical office or hospital, you'll usually be responsible for completing background checks on potential employees and those who are currently working for the company. Employees who could have past or current criminal issues might not be
Drug testing has become a vital part of the hiring process. With drug abuse costing U.S. employers as much as $280 billion a year, employers have every reason to be cautious. They have the right to be cautious about bringing aboard new employees who already
When welcoming a new employee to your team, you want to ensure that they’re trustworthy and in keeping with your company’s values. To avoid hiring an unfit candidate, criminal background checks are a must. Not only do background screenings allow you to gather pertinent information,
In today's litigious society, HR managers must work with legal counsel to develop background screening processes that do not leave the company vulnerable to lawsuits. Seven-digit settlements sometimes arise from these lawsuits, and there are unscrupulous people who may apply to different companies simply to try
Even though there are thousands of people receiving unemployment and looking for work, it can be difficult to hire just the right employee when unemployment numbers are high. Restrictions across the country are being lifted so that more people can go to stores and attractions.