Legal Question in Employment Law in Pennsylvania

Felonies and Hiring

In Pennsylvania, what is the law regarding hiring of workers in health care when they have a felony? This person in question is considering a career as a medical assistant, X-Ray technician, or nurse's aide and has a felony from last year. Before she invests the time and money in education in these fields, she wants to know if her record will be a hindrance.


Asked on 10/01/04, 9:51 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Mark Johns Mark Johns, Esquire

Re: Felonies and Hiring

Felonies are very bad for a healthcare career. If the felony was for drug, theft or violence its almost definitely a disqualifier. To give an exact answer I would need to know exactly what crime and the exact disposition. I offer free consultations. My contact information is listed on my profile.

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Answered on 10/01/04, 9:55 am


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