Tailored Background Checks for Every Industry
Every industry has unique compliance requirements, risk profiles, and screening needs. We provide customized background check solutions designed specifically for your sector.
Why Industry-Specific Screening Matters
One-size-fits-all doesn’t work for background checks. Different industries have different needs.
Regulatory Compliance
Healthcare, finance, transportation, and education have specific legal requirements. Our industry packages include the checks you need to stay compliant.
Right-Sized Screening
Don’t overpay for checks you don’t need — or miss critical ones. Industry packages are designed for your actual risk profile and requirements.
Faster Implementation
Pre-configured packages mean you can start screening immediately without figuring out which checks apply to your industry.
Industries We Serve
Select your industry to see tailored screening solutions.
Employers & HR
Comprehensive pre-employment screening for businesses of all sizes. Reduce bad hires and build stronger teams.
- ✓Criminal background checks
- ✓Employment verification
- ✓Education verification
- ✓Drug screening
- ✓Reference checks
Best for: Any employer hiring W-2 or contractors
Real Estate & Landlords
Screen tenants to protect your property and reduce rental risk. Complete tenant screening packages.
- ✓Credit reports
- ✓Eviction history
- ✓Criminal background
- ✓Income verification
- ✓Rental history
Best for: Landlords, property managers, REITs
Finance & Banking
Meet FINRA, SEC, and banking compliance with thorough screening for fiduciary and regulated positions.
- ✓Criminal + federal courts
- ✓Credit history
- ✓FINRA BrokerCheck
- ✓Sanctions & watchlists
- ✓Employment verification
Best for: Banks, investment firms, insurance
Healthcare
Protect patients and maintain compliance with healthcare-specific screening including sanctions and license verification.
- ✓OIG/GSA exclusion lists
- ✓State sanctions
- ✓License verification
- ✓Criminal background
- ✓Drug screening
Best for: Hospitals, clinics, home health, pharma
Education
Ensure student safety with thorough screening for teachers, administrators, staff, and volunteers.
- ✓Criminal background
- ✓Sex offender registry
- ✓Education verification
- ✓Teaching credentials
- ✓Reference checks
Best for: K-12 schools, universities, tutoring
Transportation & Logistics
DOT-compliant screening for drivers and safety-sensitive employees in transportation industries.
- ✓MVR (driving record)
- ✓DOT drug testing
- ✓CDL verification
- ✓Criminal background
- ✓PSP (FMCSA) reports
Best for: Trucking, delivery, rideshare, transit
More Industries
Specialized screening solutions for additional sectors.
Staffing & Recruiting
High-volume screening with fast turnaround and ATS integrations.
Retail
Screen for theft history and ensure customer-facing employee quality.
Hospitality
Protect guests with background checks for hotels, restaurants, and events.
Manufacturing
Safety-focused screening with drug testing and skills verification.
Government
Meet federal contractor and public sector screening requirements.
Nonprofit & Volunteer
Affordable screening for volunteers, especially those working with youth.
Technology
Screen for data security roles with education and employment verification.
Insurance
Verify credentials and meet state insurance commissioner requirements.
Built-In Compliance by Industry
Our industry packages include the checks required by your regulators.
🚛 DOT-Regulated Industries
Transportation, pipeline, aviation, and maritime employers must follow DOT drug & alcohol testing rules.
- ✓49 CFR Part 40 compliant testing
- ✓Random testing pool management
- ✓MVR monitoring & PSP reports
- ✓Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse queries
🏥 Healthcare Compliance
CMS, Joint Commission, and state requirements for healthcare worker screening.
- ✓OIG & GSA exclusion list checks
- ✓State Medicaid exclusion lists
- ✓License and credential verification
- ✓Monthly monitoring options
🏦 Financial Services Compliance
FINRA, SEC, OCC, and state banking requirements for financial industry screening.
- ✓FINRA U4/U5 disclosure verification
- ✓Credit history (where permitted)
- ✓Civil litigation search
- ✓Regulatory sanctions search
🎓 Education & Childcare
State education department requirements for anyone working with children.
- ✓FBI fingerprint checks (where required)
- ✓State child abuse registry
- ✓Sex offender registry (all 50 states)
- ✓Teaching credential verification
Custom Screening Solutions
Don’t fit neatly into one industry? We can build a custom package for you.
Mix & Match Services
Combine any of our screening services into a custom package that fits your specific needs and budget.
Role-Based Packages
Create different screening levels for different roles — executive, manager, front-line, contractor.
API & Integrations
Integrate screening into your existing HR systems, ATS, or custom workflows via our REST API.
Solutions for Every Business Size
From startups to Fortune 500, we scale with your needs.
🌱 Small Business
Affordable, pay-per-check pricing with no minimum volume requirements. Perfect for businesses doing occasional hiring.
- ✓No monthly fees
- ✓Pay per check
- ✓Self-service portal
- ✓Email support
🏢 Mid-Market
Volume discounts, dedicated support, and workflow customization for growing companies with regular hiring needs.
- ✓Volume pricing
- ✓ATS integrations
- ✓Custom packages
- ✓Dedicated support
🏛️ Enterprise
Full customization, SLA guarantees, API access, and enterprise security for large organizations.
- ✓Enterprise pricing
- ✓Full API access
- ✓Custom SLAs
- ✓Account manager
Trusted Across Industries
See what organizations in your industry are saying.
“BackgroundChecker.com streamlined our tenant screening process. We’ve reduced bad tenants by 40% since switching.”
“The healthcare-specific package includes everything we need for Joint Commission compliance. Saves us hours of research.”
“Fast turnaround is critical in staffing. We get results same-day for most checks, which keeps our clients happy.”
Industry Screening FAQs
Common questions about industry-specific background checks.
What if my industry isn’t listed?
We serve every industry. The listed industries have pre-configured packages, but we can create a custom screening package for any business. Contact us to discuss your specific needs.
How do I know which checks I need?
Our industry packages are designed with compliance requirements built in. If you’re unsure, start with an industry package — you can always customize from there. Our team can also consult on requirements.
Can I run different checks for different roles?
Absolutely. Most businesses create tiered screening packages — for example, basic checks for entry-level roles and comprehensive packages for executives or financial positions.
Do you integrate with my HR software?
We integrate with major ATS and HRIS platforms including Workday, Greenhouse, Lever, BambooHR, and more. We also offer a REST API for custom integrations.
What about state-specific requirements?
Our platform automatically applies state and local compliance rules including ban-the-box laws, salary history bans, and state-specific reporting limitations.
How quickly can we start screening?
Most businesses can start same-day. Sign up, choose your package, and invite your first candidate in minutes. Enterprise setups with integrations may take 1-2 weeks.
All Screening Services
Mix and match any of these services for your custom package.
Get a Tailored Solution for Your Industry
Tell us about your business and we’ll help build the ideal screening workflow to match. Scalable, secure, and fully compliant with your industry’s requirements.
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