Best IAHCSMM Sterile Processing Podcasts (2024)

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Safe Passage: Transporting Endoscopes with Care 32:38

1h ago32:38

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From SPD to the OR and back again, our endoscopes embark on a critical journey for every patient, every time. So how does your facility ensure these delicate instruments arrive safely at their destination? In Episode 2 of our new podcast series, "Unbroken: The Care and Handling of Endoscopes," we're joined by Bobbie Gaskins, Nicholas Day, and Garet…

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Open or Closed Storage That is the Question | Expert Series On-The-Go 2:15

3h ago2:15

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On this week's edition of the Beyond Clean Expert Series On-The-Go, tune in for the conversation entitled, "Open or Closed Storage That is the Question," with our Healthcare Storage Expert™, Dustin Patterson. To hear more from this expert, follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn, or subscribe to the Beyond Clean mailing list by visiting: http://www.beyo…

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Process This! Episode 116: IFU From the Simple to the Complex

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In episode 116, host Jon Wood speaks with Tami Heacock, System Director of Sterile Processing with Lee Health, about instructions for use (IFUs) and the daily challenges that are faced in the Sterile Processing department (SPD). Heacock discusses the wide range of detail levels found in IFU; from the simple, to the intricate, and the pitfalls that …

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Pretreatment: Delivered When Efficiency & Efficacy Matter Most 32:37

1h ago32:37

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Looking to unlock the secret to operational efficiency and instrument longevity in your Operating Room & Sterile Processing department? What if there was a comprehensive solution to streamline your workflow and extend the life of your instruments? In this week’s Beyond Clean Vendor Spotlight™, we’re joined by Jarrod Watson-Lewis, Brand Manager for …

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Scope Treatment Triumphs: Overcoming Obstacles at the Point-of-Use 22:32

16m ago22:32

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Can point-of-use treatment really make or break your entire endoscope reprocessing workflow? Buckle up, scope enthusiasts! We're tackling this critical question and more as we kick off our exclusive new podcast series, "Unbroken: The Care and Handling of Endoscopes." Scope-savvy superstars, Garett Kaple, Katie Minion, and Joanne Lee are teaming up …

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How Do You Check the Presence of UV Radiation? | Expert Series On-The-Go 2:21

5d ago2:21

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On this week's edition of the Beyond Clean Expert Series On-The-Go, tune in for the conversation entitled, "How Do You Check the Presence of UV Radiation?" with our UV Disinfection Expert™, Daan Hoek. To hear more from this expert, follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn, or subscribe to the Beyond Clean mailing list by visiting: http://www.beyondcleanm…

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Confident Certification™ Ep. 52 Congratulations, You've Passed! 10:13

2h ago10:13

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Congratulations, you've passed your certification exam! Now what? In this final episode of Confident Certification™, host Sarah B. Cruz celebrates your success and explores the exciting world of opportunities that await you in your Sterile Processing career. From finding your niche to making waves in the industry, Sarah dishes out her favorite stra…

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Good Vibrations: The Buzz About Ultrasonic Transducers 30:36

2h ago30:36

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Hey #CleanFreaks! We’re wrapping up another action-packed season with an episode dedicated to the tiny but mighty components that put the buzz in our ultrasonic cleaners -- ultrasonic transducers! What are they? Why are they important? And how are they making a big difference in Sterile Processing? Joining us this week to answer these buzz-worthy q…

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Considerations for Shelf Life | Expert Series On-The-Go 2:34

12d ago2:34

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On this week's edition of the Beyond Clean Expert Series On-The-Go, tune in for the conversation entitled, "Considerations for Shelf Life" with our Sterile Containers Expert™, Mike Strand. 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 …

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Process This! Episode 115: Sterile Processing Hiring and Culture Improvements

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In episode 115, host Jon Wood speaks with Jeremy Thompson and Gary Wright, Sterile Processing Educators at the University of Kansas Health System, about the hiring challenges in Sterile Processing and modifying the culture to make employment more attractive. The conversation delves into the focus of the importance of educational opportunities and u…

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Confident Certification™ Ep. 51 Just Take the Test! 12:49

7d ago12:49

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The time has come to put down the books and conquer your certification fears! On this week's episode of Confident Certification™, host Sarah B. Cruz gives us her straightforward, candid pep talk -- "Just Take the Test!" After weeks of preparation and countless study tips and tricks shared, she explains why it's time to stop overthinking and start d…

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Eat Clean, Fight Dirty: SPD & the Breakroom Fridge 34:51

1d ago34:51

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Is your SPD's breakroom fridge clean as a whistle or a ticking time bomb of workplace drama? On this episode of Beyond Clean Season 25, "The Little Things that Make a Big Difference," we're joined by Nicole Walley and Stacey Gielen to explore how this breakroom centerpiece can be a powerful indicator of your department’s workplace culture. From mys…

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How Do You Start with the Adoption Of AI In Your SPD? | Expert Series On-The-Go 2:31

13d ago2:31

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On this week's edition of the Beyond Clean Expert Series On-The-Go, tune in for the conversation entitled, "How Do You Start with the Adoption Of AI In Your SPD?" 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 visi…

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Confident Certification™ Ep. 50 Brains Wired Differently: Conquering Certification Exams Your Way 28:42

14d ago28:42

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Ever felt like your brain works differently when it comes to studying and test-taking? This week on Confident Certification™, host Sarah B. Cruz teams up with neurodiversity expert Dr. Victoria Verlezza, PH.D., to explore neurodivergence and how individuals with diverse cognitive styles can thrive in their certification journey. From understanding …

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Tuning in for Towels: The Untold Story of Surgical Towels 27:49

23d ago27:49

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The humble towel. If you're reading this in an SPD, you're probably less than 6 feet from a towel this very moment, and yet how often have you ever really stopped to think about what that little piece of fabric actually does? On this week's episode of Beyond Clean, "The Little Things that Make a Big Difference,” we talk to Tory Teakell, Clinical So…

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What's Wrong with Cardboard? | Expert Series On-The-Go 2:00

24d ago2:00

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On this week's edition of the Beyond Clean Expert Series On-The-Go, tune in for the conversation entitled, "By Beyond Clean Media

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Process This! Episode 114: Canadian Standards Association for Sterile Processing

20d ago

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In episode 114, host Jon Wood speaks with Barry Pickrem about the contrast between the Canadian Standards Association for Sterile Processing and the standards found in the United States, particularly ANSI/AAMI ST79:2017/(R)2022 Comprehensive guide to steam sterilization and sterility assurance in health care facilities. Pickrem also discusses the w…

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Confident Certification™ Ep. 49 From Handshakes to Hired: Your Ultimate Guide to Interview Success 17:53

26d ago17:53

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Your resume got you in the door - now what? This week on Confident Certification™, host Sarah B. Cruz guides you through the crucial next step: acing the job interview. Sarah draws from her own interviewing experiences to share her top tips for mastering virtual and in-person interview etiquette, crafting concise and impactful responses to common q…

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Stick'em Up, I'm Tracking this Load: Sticker Guns & Sterilization Labels 28:23

23d ago28:23

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Are your load stickers telling the full story of your sterilization workflows? Or are they missing key details that could mean the difference between a successful recall and a departmental crisis? On this episode of Beyond Clean Season 25, we welcome Jessie Lopez, Educator & Quality Assurance Manager, who's ready to #Stirthatpot and discuss tools i…

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Utility Water: Case Studies, Hot Water | Expert Series On-The-Go 1:58

25d ago1:58

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On this week's edition of the Beyond Clean Expert Series On-The-Go, tune in for the conversation entitled, "Utility Water: Case Studies, Hot Water" with our Water Quality Expert™, Jeffrey Paquet. 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.…

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Let's Stop Kidding Ourselves - What's the Problem with Tracking Sterile Processing Productivity? 5:01

30d ago5:01

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On this CE-approved re-release of Beyond Clean Articles On-The-Go, tune in for insights on the challenges of tracking Sterile Processing productivity: "How many of your facility administrators really know what your Sterile Processing team does? Or, perhaps a better question, how many of them know how long it takes for your team to do what they do? …

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Confident Certification™ Ep. 48 The Art of the Resume: Crafting Your Perfect First Impression 32:46

1M ago32:46

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Is your resume ready to make a lasting first impression? On this week's episode of Confident Certification™, host Sarah B. Cruz teams up with Healthcare Career Advisor, Rochelle Felix, to share expert tips on crafting a resume that can help you land your dream job in Sterile Processing. They'll cover everything from creating a compelling objective …

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An Autoclave's MVP: Honoring the Sterilizer Door Gasket 30:42

22d ago30:42

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Are your sterilizer door gaskets maintaining a fortress of sterility or leaving your SPD vulnerable to a steam-powered disaster? On this episode of Beyond Clean Season 25, “The Little Things that Make a Big Difference,” David Jagrosse, President of David Jagrosse Consulting, is taking us beyond the sterilizer door to explore the pressure-packed wor…

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Precleaning: When Every Second Matters | Expert Series On-The-Go 2:32

24d ago2:32

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On this week's edition of the Beyond Clean Expert Series On-The-Go, tune in for the conversation entitled, "Precleaning: When Every Second Matters" 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.beyondclea…

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The Case for "Product Advocacy" in the Sterile Processing Universe: Why We Need Each Other 4:59

26d ago4:59

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On this CE-approved re-release episode of Beyond Clean Articles On-The-Go, Hank explains the importance of advocating for best products as well as best practices: "If your department has fallen in love with a lumen brush or rigid container system, share your story, tell your tale. Have you found the perfect sleeve for a laryngoscope blade? Inquirin…

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Confident Certification™ Ep. 47 Passion & Perspective: Unlocking Your Sterile Processing Career Potential 31:06

30d ago31:06

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Is your next certification just another box to check, or a stepping stone to a fulfilling career in Sterile Processing? This week on Confident Certification™, host Sarah B. Cruz is joined by professional growth enthusiast, Lindsay Brown, to explore the powerful difference between a job mentality and a career mindset. From finding your 'why' to bala…

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A Little Spray Goes a Long Way: Surgical Instrument Lubrication 34:58

29d ago34:58

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Hey #CleanFreaks, put your knowledge to the test! -- A few sprays of instrument lubricant can _________ the life of your surgical instruments. On this week’s episode of Beyond Clean Season 25, we’re sitting down with Yerson Pedraza, Sterile Processing Advisor with NOVA Sterile Innovation Group, to talk about the critical step in our reprocessing wo…

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Time Is Valuable | Expert Series On-The-Go 2:24

1M ago2:24

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On this week's edition of the Beyond Clean Expert Series On-The-Go, tune in for the conversation entitled, "Time is Valuable" with our Multi-Tray Sterilization Expert™, Kelly Truppo. 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 kn…

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Process This! Episode 113: Keeping a Positive Culture in Sterile Processing

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In episode 113, host Jon Wood speaks with Elizabeth Casey about cultures in Sterile Processing (SP) and the importance of keeping a positive outlook despite the many negative aspects encountered in the field. Casey discusses how approaching SP as part of the surgical team and changing our attitudes about how we care for one another and our patients…

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Sterile Processing, Infection Control, and Zero Patient Harm: Collaboration Starts with Us 6:26

1M ago6:26

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By Beyond Clean Media

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Confident Certification™ Ep. 46 Practice Makes Perfect: Boosting Your Exam Confidence with Practice Tests 14:21

2M ago14:21

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Are you ready to put your Sterile Processing knowledge to the test? Tune in to this week's episode of Confident Certification™, as host Sarah B. Cruz explores the power of practice tests and how they can transform your exam prep experience. From boosting your confidence to identifying knowledge gaps, Sarah breaks down the benefits of incorporating …

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Wheelie Important: Case Cart Casters in SPD 31:00

1M ago31:00

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Are your case carts rolling smoothly, or are stubborn cart wheels grinding your workflows to a screeching halt? On this episode of Beyond Clean Season 25, Brayden Bennett, Regional Sales Manager at LogiQuip® & Beyond Clean Healthcare Storage ExpertTM, joins us to roll out insights into the unexpected ways case cart casters can make or break your de…

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Compatibility Testing: The Effects of UV Based Light on ENT Scopes | Expert Series On-The-Go 2:24

1M ago2:24

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On this week's edition of the Beyond Clean Expert Series On-The-Go, tune in for the conversation entitled, "Compatibility Testing: The Effects of UV Based Light on ENT Scopes" with our UV Disinfection Expert™, Daan Hoek. To hear more from this expert, follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn, or subscribe to the Beyond Clean mailing list by visiting: htt…

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Three Wonderful Ways Not to Waste Your Friday: A Sterile Processing Week'enders Handbook 4:45

2M ago4:45

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By Beyond Clean Media

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Confident Certification™ Ep. 45 Glass Half Full or Empty? Crafting a Winning Mindset for Your Certification Journey 16:02

2M ago16:02

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Is your mindset holding you back or fueling your success? On this week’s episode of Confident Certification™, Sarah B. Cruz challenges common stereotypes about mindsets and explores how different thought patterns can work together to boost your certification success. Sarah breaks down popular mindset pairings - from growth vs. fixed to abundance vs…

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Armed to Fight Dirty: What You Need to Know about the Glorious Washer Arm 36:39

1M ago36:39

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True or False: Washer arms can make or break your entire decontamination process? In this Season 25 premiere episode of Beyond Clean, “The Little Things that Make a Big Difference,” we’re joined by Randalyn Harreld, Clinical Education Manager at SteelcoBelimed, to uncover the critical (and often overlooked) role mechanical washer arms play in your …

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Coming Clean | Expert Series On-The-Go 2:26

2M ago2:26

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On this week's edition of the Beyond Clean Expert Series On-The-Go, tune in for the conversation entitled, "Coming Clean" with our Healthcare Storage Expert™, Dustin Patterson. 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 #…

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The Evolution of Single-Use Endoscopy 40:57

2M ago40:57

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The recent global pandemic placed an even greater spotlight on issues with reprocessing complex medical devices than ever before. On this week's Beyond Clean Vendor Spotlight™ series, you'll hear from Christian Escobar, Vice President of Marketing with Ambu® USA, as he discusses how the rapid evolution of single-use endoscopes is solving many of th…

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Process This! Episode 112: The Relationship Between Biomed and Sterile Processing 29:00

2M ago29:00

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In episode 112, host Jon Wood speaks with Michele McKinley about the unique possibilities for partnership between the Biomedical and Sterile Processing departments. McKinley addresses how to build this relationship, the opportunities and challenges of collaboration, and how critical this interaction is when considering the best interests and protec…

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On Pathogens & PPE Ep13: IP & SPD Career Progression 28:07

2M ago28:07

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Attention all career climbers and certification seekers! Are you ready to explore the exciting opportunities for growth in Infection Prevention and Sterile Processing? In this bonus episode of "On Pathogens & PPE," host Jill Holdsworth and co-host Tiffany Reece are joined by special guests Jessica Dangles, Frankie Catalfumo, and Brandon Gantt to di…

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Confident Certification™ Ep. 44 Streaming for Success: Boosting Your Confidence Through Visual Learning 13:39

2M ago13:39

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Are you a visual learner struggling to make sense of complex Sterile Processing concepts from textbooks alone? This week on Confident Certification™, host Sarah B. Cruz dives into the world of training videos and explores how they can transform your exam prep experience. Sarah tackles the challenge of finding quality content in the sea of today’s o…

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Key Characteristic of Effective Packaging | Expert Series On-The-Go 2:19

2M ago2:19

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On this week's edition of the Beyond Clean Expert Series On-The-Go, tune in for the conversation entitled, "Key Characteristic of Effective Packaging" with our Sterile Containers Expert™, Mike Strand. To hear more from this expert, follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn, or subscribe to the Beyond Clean mailing list by visiting: http://www.beyondcleanm…

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On Pathogens & PPE Ep12: The Future of Infection Prevention 32:29

2M ago32:29

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What does the future hold for infection prevention, and what role will Sterile Processing play in this evolving industry? On this episode of "On Pathogens and PPE," host Jill Holdsworth and co-host Rebecca Alvino, along with special guests Deanna Hillstrom and Brandon Gantt, unite to explore the exciting developments and opportunities on the horizo…

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Confident Certification™ Ep. 43 Quieting Your Inner Critic: Positive Self-Talk for Exam Success 38:44

2M ago38:44

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If test anxiety has you feeling stuck, frustrated, or just plain overwhelmed, this episode of Confident Certification™ is here to help! Join host Sarah B. Cruz and special guest Cynthia Coufal, an experienced anxiety and life coach, as they dive into the world of test anxiety and explore actionable strategies for managing your nerves and staying fo…

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Process This! Episode 111: Bosses Vs. Leaders

2M ago

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In episode 111, host Jon Wood speaks with Preston Rosales about the differences between bosses and true leaders in Sterile Processing (SP). Rosales explains that leaders are often bosses, but bosses are not always leaders, and offers scenarios that define reactions of the two. Their conversation includes development strategies for leaders, such as …

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Don't Forget About Utility Water | Expert Series On-The-Go 2:08

2M ago2:08

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On this week's edition of the Beyond Clean Expert Series On-The-Go, tune in for the conversation entitled, "By Beyond Clean Media

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A Need to Know Basis: What We Wish Our Vendors Knew About Us - An SPD Expose 6:00

2M ago6:00

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By Beyond Clean Media

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On Pathogens & PPE Ep 11: Endoscope Reprocessing 33:03

2M ago33:03

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Hey, Sterile Processing Pros and Endoscope Enthusiasts! The time has come to uncover the secrets to successful endoscope reprocessing! On this episode of “On Pathogens & PPE,” host Jill Holdsworth and co-host Arlene Bush are joined by special guests Jake McHugh and Aaron Preston to identify the complexities of endoscope reprocessing. From discussin…

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Confident Certification™ Ep. 42 Study Squad Goals: Teaming Up for Certification Success 14:02

2M ago14:02

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Struggling to stay motivated while studying solo? What if joining forces with a study group could be the key to unlocking your full study potential? This week on Confident Certification™, host Sarah B. Cruz takes a deep dive into the world of collaborative learning, exploring the benefits and challenges of teaming up with others to reach your certi…

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Make Small Improvements for Big Results: Part 2 | Expert Series On-The-Go 2:38

2M ago2:38

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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 2" 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.b…

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