Congratulations on your new position! To maintain your scheduled start date, it is important to complete all required pre-employment clearance steps on time.
Some steps require immediate action after you accept your job offer:
- Employee Data Gathering Form
Completed electronically via DocuSign - Background check
Completed online through Universal Background Screening - Pre-employment drug screening
Must be completed within 48 hours of receiving your Welcome Email
In-person appointment with Quest Diagnostics (locations available nationwide) - Employee health screening (for employees new to UC Davis Health)
In-person appointment in Sacramento, Calif.
Select an appointment date that is at least two weeks before your offered start date - Employee health clearance (for current UC Davis Health employees taking a new job/position)
Occupational & Employee Health Clearance (OEHC) reviews your file and contacts you by email if any items are outstanding
Additional pre-employment and onboarding steps may be required. Refer to the resources below for full guidance.
Onboarding Support and Checklists
Your onboarding specialist is available to support you throughout the pre-employment process.
Within 1–3 business days of accepting your job offer, you will receive a Welcome Email with instructions and your pre-employment clearance deadline. The email will also indicate which checklist applies to your situation.
Pre-employment Checklists
- New Staff Hire (Non-Remote) Candidates
External to UC Davis Health, non-nursing positions - Academic and Intra-Campus Transfers
View/Download Checklist
- New Nursing Hire Candidates
External to UC Davis Health, nursing positions - Academic and Intra-Campus Transfers
View/Download Checklist
- Current UC Davis Health Employee
Internal employees who have accepted a new job or role
View/Download Checklist
- Remote New Staff Hire Candidates
External, non-nursing, 100% remote positions with no physical access requirements
View/Download Checklist
For Questions or Assistance
For questions about your pre-employment requirements or clearance status, contact your assigned onboarding specialist with the UC Davis Health Onboarding & Compliance Team.