Beyond Clean Podcast

Sterile Processing Policies and Procedures: Who writes them? Who should be writing them? And most importantly, can everyone understand them once they are written? This week, in Episode 4 from Beyond Clean Season 24, Mila Miranda, Assistant Manager for Sterile Processing at UC Davis Medical Center joins us to unravel the "how's" and "why's" behind crafting effective policies and procedures in Sterile Processing. Drawing from personal experiences, Mila emphasizes the critical role policies and procedures play in increasing compliance and safeguarding both technicians and patients alike. Discover practical tips for translating policies from mere words on paper to impactful actions on the frontlines of our SPDs. If you've ever wondered why certain policies make the cut in your department's handbook, this episode is your secret weapon for conquering your SPD's standards with clarity, compliance, and confidence! Season 24 of Beyond Clean releases under the 1 Episode = 1 CE delivery model. After finishing this interview, earn your 1 CE credit immediately by passing the short quiz linked below each week. Visit our CE Credit Hub at beyondcleanmedia.com/ce-credit-hub to access this quiz and over 350 other free CE credits.  #BeyondClean #SterileProcessing #WeFightDirty

On this week's edition of the Beyond Clean Expert Series On-The-Go, tune in for the conversation entitled, "Efficiency Boost: How AI Improves SPD Workflows" with our Artificial Intelligence Expert™, Yeshwanth Pulijala, PhD. To hear more from this expert, follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn, or subscribe to the Beyond Clean mailing list by visiting: http://www.beyondcleanmedia.com Do you know a #SterileProcessing expert who you'd love to hear from on our series? Or do you have a question for one of our current experts? Contact us at any time via email at: info@beyondclean.net Until next time, keep fighting dirty! #BeyondClean #ExpertSeries #Podcast

On this CE-approved re-release of Articles On-The-Go, tune in to learn about what a "triple-threat" Sterile Processing leader looks like and how to develop these important skills for your future: "Some of the best front-line technicians I've ever known excelled because they knew how important relationships were to doing their jobs well. Some of the best supervisors and managers I've seen were intentional about reaching out to other department leaders and collaborating on mutually beneficial projects. Some of the most boring meetings I've ever been in have borne the greatest fruit because I was present to insist upon following industry..." Check out this article, take the CE quiz & download your certificate here: https://www.flexiquiz.com/SC/N/triple-threat-leader Stay tuned for new CE approved Articles On-the-Go releasing each week! Bookmark our new AOTG CE page here: https://www.beyondclean.net/articles-on-the-go #FightingDirty #HankBalch #BeyondClean #WeFightDirty™ Click To Subscribe on YouTube, iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play or Spotify or Visit Our Website!

Hey, Sterile Processing Pros! It's time to suit up and dive into the world of personal protective equipment (PPE) in this week’s new episode of our "On Pathogens & PPE" series! Join host Jill Holdsworth, co-host Paul Gentile, and special guests Cheron Rojo and Mary Ann DeMaet as they break down the basics and challenges of PPE. From gowns and gloves to masks and face shields, our experts will guide you through the essential armor of Sterile Processing safety. Whether you're a seasoned pro or a newbie in the fight against pathogens, this episode is your ultimate guide to gearing up and #FightingDirty in your SPD! Over the next 12 weeks (plus one bonus episode!), Jill and special guests around the industry will provide practical insights and strategies to enhance the collaboration between Sterile Processing and Infection Prevention Professionals. New episodes of On Pathogens & PPE will release each Wednesday on all Beyond Clean & Transmission Control channels. For the best listening experience, download the Beyond Clean mobile app on Apple (https://lnkd.in/g4pdJ3iS) and Android (https://lnkd.in/gipEeMjc) devices. This series is designed to empower you and your team to transform your department’s approach to employee and patient safety. A special thanks to our Year 1 sponsor Healthmark, a Getinge company, for making this series possible! Discover Healthmark’s innovative and cost-effective infection control solutions for your healthcare facility here: https://www.hmark.com/?pmc=BC-Readonpod If you have thoughts or feedback on this show, please email us at info@beyondclean.net Enter for your chance to WIN! You could be one of three lucky winners to receive a 2024 APIC scholarship ($1,000 value) just by tuning in and supporting the launch of this podcast series. Enter here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/5YQDRRS *Disclaimer: The views provided by hosts and guests on this series do not represent any employer, company, or third party, and are solely that of the individuals themselves.

Feeling burnt out from hitting the books? Are you struggling to stay focused and motivated during your study sessions? Then this week's new episode of Confident Certification™ is for you! Join host Sarah B. Cruz as she tackles the all-too-familiar phenomenon of study fatigue, exploring the three phases of mental exhaustion that can occur during your exam prep. Sarah shares her proven strategies for staying energized and engaged while studying, so you can overcome your study fatigue and maintain your momentum. So, tune in, re-energize, and get ready to conquer your study sessions with focus and determination! Over the next 52 weeks, Sarah and special guests from around the industry will provide tangible tools to build your test prep confidence, understand the challenges that technicians encounter as they study, and equip every member of the Sterile Processing team to be the best advocates they can be for professional development. New episodes of Confident Certification™ will release each Tuesday on Beyond Clean channels. For the best listening experience, download the Beyond Clean mobile app on Apple (https://lnkd.in/guh_vxzu) and Android (https://lnkd.in/gHnfh28a) devices. This series is an innovative educational experience created to help you, your students, and your coworkers ace your Sterile Processing certification with confidence! Special thanks to our Year 1 sponsor Aesculap (US) for making this series possible! If you have thoughts or feedback on this new show, please email us at info@beyondclean.net

First impressions are everything, especially when it comes to an SPD technician's first day on the job. But it's not just about the impression they make - it's also the impression the department makes on them! On this episode of Beyond Clean Season 24, we're joined by Meredith Garza, Market Development Lead with The Resource Group, to explore what makes a great SPD onboarding and orientation program stand out from the rest. You'll hear Meredith's strategies for rolling out the red carpet for new hires, making them feel valued, and setting them up for long-term success in the department and industry at large. We’ll uncover cautionary tales of onboarding gone wrong and insider tips for creating an orientation program that will make your new techs think, “I made the right choice joining this team!” Whether you're a manager looking to revamp your orientation process or a technician eager to make a lasting impact, this episode is packed with game-changing insights you won't want to miss. Tune in now and discover how to make your SPD's first impression unforgettable - in all the right ways! Season 24 of Beyond Clean releases under the 1 Episode = 1 CE delivery model. After finishing this interview, earn your 1 CE credit immediately by passing the short quiz linked below each week. Visit our CE Credit Hub at beyondcleanmedia.com/ce-credit-hub to access this quiz and over 350 other free CE credits.  #BeyondClean #SterileProcessing #WeFightDirty

On this week's edition of the Beyond Clean Expert Series On-The-Go, tune in for the conversation entitled, "Make Small Improvements for Big Results: Part 1" with our Flexible Endoscope Expert™, Michael Matthews. To hear more from this expert, follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn, or subscribe to the Beyond Clean mailing list by visiting: http://www.beyondcleanmedia.com Do you know a #SterileProcessing expert who you'd love to hear from on our series? Or do you have a question for one of our current experts? Contact us at any time via email at: info@beyondclean.net Until next time, keep fighting dirty! #SterileProcessing #BeyondClean #ExpertSeries #Podcast

In today’s fast-paced surgery center and hospital reprocessing settings, utilizing rinsing and flushing products that can free up your hands to perform other tasks, greatly improving the speed and efficiency of your instrument reprocessing, is a game changer! On this week’s Beyond Clean Vendor Spotlight™, we talk with David Salzberg, President at Advanced Optisurgical Inc., about the QuickRinse® Instrument Rinse System that is replacing the outdated syringe method of rinsing lumened instruments such as Phaco and I/A handpieces, cannulas, and scopes. Discover how you can increase efficiency and consistency in your department with help from hands-free instrument flushing! Learn more about the QuickRinse® Instrument Rinse System by calling 1-800-576-1266, e-mailing cs@optisurgical.com, and visiting www.optisurgical.com. Don’t forget to enter for your chance to win a FREE QuickRinse® Instrument Rinse System! Email promo@optisurgical.com and mention this podcast to be entered into the giveaway drawing. Good luck!

In this CE-approved Beyond Clean Articles On-The-Go episode, Hank Balch weighs in on the ongoing debate between on-site vs. off-site reprocessing models, while sharing his perspective on the future of off-site reprocessing – “I believe the future of Sterile Processing in the US is going to transition to a predominantly off-site model of reprocessing. The reasons for this have everything to do with the value of existing (and limited) hospital real estate, the economies of scale created by building efficiencies into the construction of off-site facilities (rather than trying to squeeze efficiency out of a poorly planned on-site department), and…” Check out this article, take the CE quiz & download your certificate here: https://www.flexiquiz.com/SC/N/onsite-vs-offsite Stay tuned for new CE-approved Articles On-the-Go releasing each week! Bookmark our new AOTG CE page here: https://www.beyondcleanmedia.com/articles-on-the-go #FightingDirty #HankBalch #BeyondClean #WeFightDirty™ Click To Subscribe on YouTube, iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play or Spotify or Visit Our Website!

Calling all #CleanFreaks! Get ready to don up and join the fight against the microscopic menaces lurking in our healthcare facilities! In this action-packed episode of “On Pathogens & PPE,” host Jill Holdsworth, co-host Michael Matthews, and special guests Jeri Culbertson and Patrick Gordon, team up to explore the unseen world of bacteria, viruses, and fungi. From identifying the crucial differences between these tiny invaders to understanding the role of the environment in their transmission, we’ll discover why effective reprocessing begins right in the OR. Tune in and grab your disinfectant wipes; we're uncovering the hidden world of pathogens! Over the next 12 weeks (plus one bonus episode!), Jill and special guests around the industry will provide practical insights and strategies to enhance the collaboration between Sterile Processing and Infection Prevention Professionals. New episodes of On Pathogens & PPE will release each Wednesday on all Beyond Clean & Transmission Control channels. For the best listening experience, download the Beyond Clean mobile app on Apple (https://lnkd.in/g4pdJ3iS) and Android (https://lnkd.in/gipEeMjc) devices. This series is designed to empower you and your team to transform your department’s approach to employee and patient safety. A special thanks to our Year 1 sponsor Healthmark, a Getinge company, for making this series possible! Discover Healthmark’s innovative and cost-effective infection control solutions for your healthcare facility here: https://www.hmark.com/?pmc=BC-Readonpod If you have thoughts or feedback on this show, please email us at info@beyondclean.net Enter for your chance to WIN! You could be one of three lucky winners to receive a 2024 APIC scholarship ($1,000 value) just by tuning in and supporting the launch of this podcast series. Enter here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/5YQDRRS *Disclaimer: The views provided by hosts and guests on this series do not represent any employer, company, or third party, and are solely that of the individuals themselves.