If You're Questioned by the AHCA After a Background Screening, Know THIS!

Описание: The Florida Agency for Health Care Administration Background Screening Unit is responsible for screening any health professionals who work in a health facility such as a nursing home, hospital long term care facility, home health agency or health care clinic.

Background screens can come back with old arrests,even if they were previously dismissed decades ago.

Board Certified Health Law Attorney George Indest says:
"The wider sharing of criminal arrest and investigation records, especially those from other states and federal authorities, makes records more accessible. Even extremely old arrests that have never been questioned before on any licensure or employment application can be earmarked by the AHCA. "

If you're questioned, by the AHCA, Indest has recommendations of actions you should take now:
Obtain certified copies of any prior arrests
Obtain a certified/notarized letter or statement if the record is not available
Apply to have any old arrests or criminal offenses sealed or expunged
Keep tracking records and delivery dates of correspondence with AHCA

He also says a waiver from AHCA or an expunction may be available. A health attorney experienced with these can assist you.

The Health Law Firm represents health care providers. They know how important your ability to practice in the field of health care is to you, which is why they focus on helping clients protect their licenses, preserve their careers and grow their businesses.