Drug Testing for the Workforce
Compliant, confidential, and fast drug testing for employers and employees performed with the same holistic care that defines everything we do at Vital Shift.
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Testing Options
What we offer
Pre-Employment Screening
Protect your organization from day one. Quick turnaround results so hiring doesn't slow down.
Return-to-duty testing
Structured follow-up testing plans that support recovery and safe re-entry into the workplace.
DOT-compliant testing
Federally mandated screening for CDL drivers, EMTs and safety-sensitive roles, administered by certified collectors.
On-site employer visits
We come to your workplace for larger teams. Reduce lost time while maintaining full chain-of-custody integrity.
Random testing programs
Ongoing deterrence and compliance for regulated industries including transportation and construction.
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Post-accident testing
Timely, legally sound collection following workplace incidents to protect employer liability.
Your workers keep the
economy moving. We keep them safe.
Why it matters
Workplace drug testing isn't just about compliance. It's about creating an environment where your team can perform at their best, free from risk.
At Vital Shift, we bring the same workforce-first philosophy to drug screening that we bring to every DOT physical, chiropractic adjustment, and functional medicine service we provide. Because a healthy team is a productive team.
Confidential. Fast. Reliable.
FAQs
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What substances does the panel screen for?
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Our standard 5-panel screen covers marijuana, cocaine, opiates, amphetamines, and PCP. We also offer 10- and 12-panel options including benzodiazepines, barbiturates, methadone, and expanded opioids. DOT testing follows the mandatory federal 5-panel protocol.
Is this testing HIPAA-compliant?
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Yes. All results are handled with strict confidentiality under HIPAA and applicable federal guidelines. Employer results are released only with proper authorization and through secure channels.
Can we set up an ongoing testing program for our company?
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Absolutely. We offer employer accounts for businesses that need random, recurring, or policy-based testing. Contact us to discuss a custom program tailored to your industry requirements and workforce size.
Do you offer rapid drug testing?
Do employees need an appointment?
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What's the difference between a rapid screen and a lab-based drug test?
Walk-ins are welcome for individual employees, though scheduling ahead ensures the shortest wait. Employer-directed testing groups should book in advance to coordinate collection timing.
Yes, rapid urine drug screens are read by a trained technician in as little as 15 minutes. Negative results are reported the same day the test is performed. If a result is presumptively positive and requires laboratory confirmation, allow 24–48 hours for the additional analysis.
A rapid screen identifies the presence or absence of a drug class using an on-site test kit — results in 15 minutes, no lab required. A lab-based test sends the specimen to an accredited laboratory for a more detailed, legally defensible analysis, typically including a confirmation step. For DOT-regulated testing, a lab-based test is always required. For most non-DOT employer programs, a rapid screen is sufficient for initial screening — with lab confirmation recommended if the result is presumptive positive.
Ready to get tested?
Call 562-393-2400. Schedule drug testing at Huntington Park or ask about on-site visits.