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In this article, you will learn about the importance of background checks of (potential) medical candidates and healthcare professionals. We will go into depth about:
- How background checks work in practice?
- What anomalies you should look for before hiring?
- How you can easily implement background checks before hiring?
Background checks on employees and potential employees are proving to be a vital security measure in the health sector. Aftonbladet latest report by 200 seconds reveals serious fraud in medical education in universities in Eastern Europe. Which is a worrying situation that poses a real danger to Swedish healthcare and well-being of patients. According to the report, as many as 10% of Swedish doctors have graduated from universities in Eastern Europe. Â A number of doctors from these programmes have lost their medical licences due to lack of competence, have been dismissed several times by various medical centres and/or are listed in criminal records. This calls into question the safety of patients and should always be a top priority, emphasising the importance of thorough background checks when hiring healthcare professionals.
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Why are pre-employment and internal background checks a necessity in the Swedish healthcare system?
The review has revealed extensive shortcomings and fraud in medical education programmes in Eastern Europe. Students’ reports of various types of cheating in medical programmes at universities in Eastern Europe were not taken seriously or have been completely ignored by the institutions. The alarming trend is that a socially important service as a doctor degree can be bought, which has become apparent in the investigation. Aftonbladet’s news review also shows that a number of Eastern European graduates have lost their Swedish medical licences in recent years, reflecting deficiencies in their training. Not least, questioning the integrity, ethics and intentions to put other individuals in direct danger.
This serves as a serious reminder of the importance of conducting thorough background checks in the Swedish healthcare system. Having a solid background check before hiring new doctors and healthcare professionals can prevent these individuals from working with patients again. In addition, internal background checks can be carried out within the healthcare industry to ensure the good character of employees and see that no serious offences have been committed during employment. Partnering with professional background check companies that can provide a reliable, accurate and objective assessment of candidates’ backgrounds becomes a literally vital security measure for the health and safety of the Swedish people.
Learn more about how background checks work in practice.
Which data should be checked? Validata recommends these screening profiles
As the Aftonbladet review shows, it is no longer sufficient to simply rely on the data presented by candidates, especially when their educational background may be uncertain. Having an objective and professional assessment of candidates’ backgrounds is becoming increasingly important to protect both healthcare systems and patients.
- Â Verification of training
Checks on the soundness of training programmes and the authenticity of diplomas.
- Â Previous work experience
Checks on job title and responsibilities as well as the period of employment with active staff or HR department.
- Criminal record check
Pre-employment and internal criminal record and legal background checks.
- Verification of ID documents
Checks of ID documents and passports.
Recommended screening profiles for doctors and healthcare professionals
- Verification of ID-documents
- Criminal record check
- Verification of ID-documents
- Criminal Record check
- Credit check
- Work experience 1 referent *
- Verification of ID-documents
- Criminal Record check
- Credit check
- Education check
- Work experience check (5 years) *
- PEP sanction list
Let background check companies help review your employees’ data
In the light of these revelations, the importance of thorough background checks on employees in the Swedish healthcare sector is becoming increasingly apparent. Ensuring that the doctors and healthcare professionals hired have solid training and experience is of utmost importance to ensure the safety and well-being of patients.
This is where third-party background checks come in. Relying on professional background check companies, instead of using simple online criminal records, is becoming increasingly relevant, not to mention a necessity. Most professional background check companies have the expertise and resources to thoroughly review candidates’ backgrounds and ensure they meet high standards.
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