Universal Background Screening Selected as Exclusive Background Screening Provider
of the Arizona Hospital and Healthcare Association
PHOENIX, December 22, 2009 -- Universal
Background Screening, a leading provider of employment background screening
services, today announced that it has it has renewed its exclusive relationship
with the Arizona Hospital and Healthcare Association (AzHHA), Arizona's largest
healthcare association. Under the agreement with the AzHHA Service Corporation,
Universal will continue to be the Preferred Vendor for background screening services
to the Association's members.
For more than thirty years, Universal Background Screening has focused on providing
the healthcare industry with comprehensive, Joint Commission compliant background
screening solutions. Universal's services include employment background checks such
as criminal record checks, searches of
healthcare sanction lists, employment, education and professional certification
verification; vendor screening for third parties on hospital premises and those
with access to confidential patient data; occupational health services including
drug testing and employment physicals; and, additional compliance management services.
"Universal Background Screening is honored to be selected by the AzHHA as its preferred
vendor for background screening services. We truly value the relationships we have
built with the association and its member hospitals," said Ryan Krostue, CEO. "While
the risks of negligent hiring and negligent retention continue to be a concern for
hospitals, risks associated with patient data security have added a whole other
layer, heightening the need for healthcare organizations to be diligent in their
hiring of employees, vendors and volunteers. We are pleased to be able to help AzHHA
members manage these risks."
"Employment background checks create a safer environment for patients and healthcare
employees alike while also protecting
healthcare organizations from financial and reputational harm," said John
Koeneke, AzHHA's Manager of Business Development. "Our relationship with Universal
Background Screening provides our members with accurate and compliant background
checks, competitive rates, and the exceptional service our members deserve."
About Universal Background Screening
Universal Background Screening is a leading provider of employment background screening
solutions including a comprehensive selection of background checks, verifications,
drug testing, employment physicals and compliance management services. Universal
Background Screening consults with its clients to create customized screening programs
that enhance security, reduce liability, and improve productivity and cost savings
in the candidate selection and hiring process. Learn more at
www.universalbackground.com.
About The Arizona Hospital and Healthcare Association
The Arizona Hospital and Healthcare Association (AzHHA) serves as a powerful advocate
for issues that impact the quality and accessibility of healthcare in Arizona. AzHHA's
membership includes health systems, hospitals and affiliated healthcare organizations
that have united with the goal of improving healthcare delivery in Arizona. Learn
more at www.azhha.org.
Media Contact
David Nadell, Vice President of Marketing
Phone: 818-880-5700 x3210
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