Are there any substance abuse, domestic violence, or other things that might be found in a background check that could impact the integrity of our hospital (or group)?

Any positions of responsibility will be vetted with background checks. If you have such indiscretions in your history, take responsibility and give a detailed explanation about how you have removed any risk of it recurring: rehab, if applicable; therapy, if applicable; etc. Let the interviewer know why this problem is over, but also explain that you are comfortable with a probationary period or supervision as a gesture of good faith.

The most desirable answer is 'No.' However, for the sake of example, our sample answer is of someone with a substance abuse history.