Background Checks | Nationwide

What We Offer

Assurity Drug Testing provides comprehensive background check services for employers in Meridian, Boise, Nampa, Eagle, and across the Treasure Valley. Our background screening helps you make informed hiring decisions by verifying that candidates are who they say they are and do not have a history that could put your company, employees, or customers at risk.

We partner with trusted national databases and verification services to deliver accurate, thorough results with the fast turnaround that employers need. Whether you are hiring for a single position or screening multiple candidates, we make the background check process simple and efficient.

Types of Background Checks Available

We offer a full range of background screening services that can be customized to your hiring needs:

• Criminal history search: County, state, and national criminal records searches that reveal felony and misdemeanor convictions. We search Idaho courts as well as nationwide databases to identify records in any jurisdiction.
• Employment history verification: We contact previous employers to verify job titles, dates of employment, and eligibility for rehire. This confirms that candidates have the work experience they claim on their resume or application.
• Education verification: Confirmation of degrees, diplomas, certifications, and dates of attendance from educational institutions. We verify that candidates hold the credentials they represent.
• Social Security Number (SSN) trace: An SSN trace verifies the candidate's identity and reveals all addresses and aliases associated with their Social Security number, helping to identify additional jurisdictions where criminal records should be searched.
• Sex offender registry search: A nationwide search of sex offender registries across all 50 states. This is particularly important for employers in healthcare, education, childcare, and other industries where employees interact with vulnerable populations.
• Motor vehicle records (MVR): A review of the candidate's driving history, including license status, violations, accidents, and suspensions. Essential for any position that involves driving a company vehicle.

Who Needs Background Checks?

Background checks are a smart hiring practice for virtually any employer, but they are especially important for businesses in certain industries:

• Transportation and trucking: Motor carriers are required to conduct background checks and verify driving records for CDL holders. Pair background checks with DOT drug testing for complete compliance.
• Healthcare: Hospitals, clinics, and care facilities must screen employees who will have access to patients, medications, and sensitive information.
• Education and childcare: Schools, daycares, and youth organizations need to ensure employees do not have criminal histories that would disqualify them from working with children.
• Financial services: Banks, credit unions, and financial firms screen employees who will handle money or have access to customer financial data.
• Property management: Landlords and property managers screen potential tenants to verify identity, rental history, and criminal background.
• Construction and trades: Contractors screen employees who will work in homes and businesses, have access to valuable property, or operate heavy equipment.

Why Background Checks Matter

Skipping background checks can expose your business to significant risk. Consider these facts:

• Studies show that roughly one-third of job applicants provide inaccurate information on their resumes, including inflated job titles, fabricated degrees, and undisclosed criminal records
• Negligent hiring lawsuits can result in substantial damages if an employer fails to screen an employee who later causes harm
• Workplace theft, fraud, and violence cost businesses billions of dollars each year, much of which could be prevented with proper screening
• A single bad hire can damage your company's reputation, disrupt your team, and cost thousands in turnover expenses

Background checks are one of the most cost-effective risk management tools available to employers. The cost of a thorough screening is a small fraction of the potential cost of a bad hire.

Pair Background Checks with Drug Testing

For the most comprehensive pre-employment screening, combine background checks with drug testing through our mobile testing service in the Treasure Valley. Many of our employer clients run both services simultaneously so their candidates can complete everything in a single visit. We offer:

• Background check plus urine drug test (5-panel, 10-panel, or 12-panel)
• Background check plus hair follicle drug test for extended detection
• Background check plus DOT drug test for safety-sensitive positions
• Complete onboarding packages with background check, drug test, and breath alcohol test

Bundling services saves time for both you and your candidates, and our team coordinates everything so results are delivered efficiently.

Our Background Check Process

• Step 1: Contact us to set up your employer account and select the screening package that fits your needs
• Step 2: Provide candidate information, including full legal name, date of birth, and Social Security number with the candidate's written authorization
• Step 3: We initiate the searches through our verified databases and verification partners
• Step 4: Results are compiled into a clear, easy-to-read report
• Step 5: Reports are delivered to you securely, typically within 1 to 3 business days depending on the scope of the search
• Step 6: We are available to answer questions about results and help you understand any findings