Drug Testing Solutions

Choosing the right drug testing panel depends on your industry's safety requirements, state laws, and the specific risks associated with a job role. Most employers utilize a 5-panel or 10-panel screen, but specialized industries (e.g., healthcare or transportation) may require expanded panels that include synthetic opioids or other substances.

• 5-Panel Screen: The baseline for most private employers; tests for THC, Cocaine, PCP, Opiates, and Amphetamines.
• 10-Panel Screen: Adds testing for common prescription drugs with high abuse potential, including Benzodiazepines, Barbiturates, and Methadone.
• DOT-Regulated Panels: Mandatory for transportation roles; these follow strict federal guidelines for substances and collection methods.

You can integrate drug screening into your workflow by connecting your Applicant Tracking System (ATS) to your screening provider. Integration options such as Verified First’s patented browser extension or custom APIs allow you to order a drug screen within your existing HR tech stack, keeping all candidate data and results in a single, secure platform.

• Seamless Ordering: Trigger drug screen invitations directly from a candidate's profile in your ATS.
• Automated Candidate Invites: Candidates receive immediate, mobile-friendly instructions on where and when to complete their test.
• Consolidated Reporting: View drug test results and background check findings side-by-side in one dashboard.

The most efficient way to manage a distributed workforce is to use a provider with an integrated lab network of thousands of collection sites, such as CRL Formfox, Quest Diagnostics, or LabCorp. Using a centralized platform like Verified First allows you to electronically register candidates and direct them to the nearest clinic, regardless of their location.

• Electronic Chain of Custody (eCCF): Eliminates paper forms and reduces errors by digitizing the entire lab order and authorization process.
• Real-Time Tracking: HR teams can monitor the status from within their primary hiring platform.
• On-Site Screening Options: Depending on the client's location, Verified First can facilitate on-site screening services, allowing for immediate testing at a specific workplace or project site rather than requiring travel to a clinic.

A Medical Review Officer (MRO) acts as a critical legal buffer by independently verifying lab results before they reach your HR team. By having a licensed physician confirm valid prescriptions, you mitigate the risk of a wrongful termination or discrimination claim based on a candidate’s legitimate medical condition.

• Standard of Care: Verified First includes MRO review to ensure every "non-negative" result is fact-checked against medical necessity.
• Regulatory Compliance: MRO oversight is a federal requirement for all DOT-mandated drug testing programs.
• Professional Secrecy: The MRO ensures your HR team only sees a "pass" or "fail," keeping sensitive medical details private for HIPAA compliance.

Yes, you can automate a random drug testing program by using a system that manages your employee pool and automatically generates a randomized list of employees for testing based on your specific testing frequency (e.g., monthly or quarterly). This ensures your program remains unbiased, legally defensible, and compliant with federal and industry regulations.

• Random Selection: System-driven algorithms ensure every employee has an equal chance of being selected, eliminating the risk of "targeted" testing or bias claims.
• Automated Notifications: The system can send registration codes directly to the selected employees via SMS or email.
• Chain of Custody: Every selection, notification, and result, including the Electronic Custody and Control Form (eCCF), is digitally archived, ensuring full traceability for regulatory audits or legal defense.