Beyond Clean Podcast

Beyond Clean Podcast

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Even though their tools and equipment touch nearly every surgical patient in the world, how much do you really know about the people, processes, and products used in the Sterile Processing industry? Beyond Clean offers a creative look into the inner workings of a healthcare industry surrounded by challenges, disrupted by change, and committed to getting it right -- every instrument, every time. The team at Beyond Clean will bring on some of the biggest names in surgical instrument reprocessing and provide commentary on the biggest issues facing Sterile Processing professionals, facilities, administrators, manufacturers, and vendors. Join us every week as we explore the hidden world of one of the most important aspect of safe surgical care.

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The Papers that Make Us Great: Mission, Vision, & Values in Sterile Processing

What if a single page could spark a cultural revolution in your SPD? Any ideas what it might say? On this Season 24 premiere episode of Beyond Clean, "The Papers that Make Us Awesome," Hank Balch sits down with culture-building expert Jeff Schiefelbein, Managing Director at Undivided Life, to cast a vision for the rest of the podcast season and share some powerful guiding principles to equip you in crafting your department’s mission, vision, and values statement. Are you and your team on mission together? What shared values are defining your journey of #FightingDirty? Together, we’ll uncover how a well-crafted mission statement, an inspiring vision, and a set of core values not only support the goals of your healthcare facility but also fosters a sense of pride, passion, and unity amongst the #CleanFreaks saving lives each and every day.  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

31m
Apr 01
AAMI TIR34: Critical Water Management | Expert Series On-The-Go

On this week's edition of the Beyond Clean Expert Series On-The-Go, tune in for the conversation entitled, "AAMI TIR34: Critical Water Management" 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.com 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

2m
Mar 30
Master Inventory Lists: The Key to Mastering Sterile Processing Compliance

In this CE-approved Beyond Clean Articles On-The-Go episode, Hank Balch identifies the importance of creating master inventory lists to ensure compliance and proper processing in SPD- "Simply put, our Sterile Processing teams cannot even begin to process or maintain our equipment or instruments properly unless we know what they are, how many we own, and how they are to be cared for and handled according to the manufacturer. Instead of solely focusing on the importance of IFUs, our departments have to first give proper attention to creating…” Check out this article, take the CE quiz & download your certificate here: https://www.flexiquiz.com/SC/N/master-inventory-lists 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 https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=%23HankBalch #BeyondClean https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=%23BeyondClean #WeFightDirty https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=%23WeFightDirty™ Click To Subscribe on YouTube, iTunes http://apple.co/2xzxECU, Stitcher, Google Play or Spotify or Visit Our Website http://www.beyondclean.net/!

7m
Mar 28
Confident Certification™ Ep. 31 Conquering Exam Day Part 2: Insider Strategies for Unshakable Confidence

Get ready to buckle up, certification rockstars, because this week on Confident Certification™, host Sarah B. Cruz is your VIP pass to an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of the actual test day experience! As your personal certification prep guide, Sarah will navigate you through the computer-based testing platform, reveal insider secrets for submitting your exam with unshakable confidence, and share her proven strategies for keeping test anxiety at bay. Transform your test day jitters into a calm, cool, and collected stride toward certification success. Don't miss this opportunity to gain the knowledge and confidence you need to rock your exam like the Sterile Processing superstar you are! 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 https://lnkd.in/guh_vxzu) and Android (HTTPS://LNKD.IN/GHNFH28A 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

13m
Mar 26
What is the Role of AI in Sterile Processing? | Expert Series On-The-Go

On this week's edition of the Beyond Clean Expert Series On-The-Go, tune in for the conversation entitled, "What is the Role of AI in Sterile Processing?" 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 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

2m
Mar 23
Locker Room Talk: Caring for Your Sterile Processing Teams Before, During, and After Work

On this CE-approved Beyond Clean Articles On-The-Go episode, Hank Balch explains how the quality and management of department locker rooms can significantly impact the culture and morale of the technicians who work there -- "The first place a Sterile Processing professional steps foot in to start their day is the department locker room. In fact, it’s also the last place they leave before heading home. What do they find there? Does the space send signals they are valued, respected, and supported? Or is this space saying…” To read this article, take the CE quiz & download your certificate, click here. 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 https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=%23HankBalch #BeyondClean https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=%23BeyondClean #WeFightDirty https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=%23WeFightDirty™ Click To Subscribe on YouTube, iTunes http://apple.co/2xzxECU, Stitcher, Google Play or Spotify or Visit Our Website http://www.beyondclean.net/!

7m
Mar 21
Confident Certification™ Ep. 30 Conquering Exam Day Part 1: Your Ultimate Guide to Certification Victory

The big day has finally arrived—the one you've been preparing for, dreaming of, and possibly even losing a little sleep over. That's right, it's exam day! But fear not, future certified rockstar, because this week on Confident Certification™, host Sarah B. Cruz is sharing all her insider secrets to help you conquer your exam like a pro. From what to wear, what to bring (and what to leave at home!), and how to stay laser-focused during the exam, Sarah’s got you covered. So take a deep breath, grab your ID, and tune in—because with these expert tips, you're about to walk into that testing room and absolutely crush your certification exam! 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 https://lnkd.in/guh_vxzu) and Android (HTTPS://LNKD.IN/GHNFH28A 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

17m
Mar 19
Sterile In, Sterile Out | Expert Series On-The-Go

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

2m
Mar 16
Leaving a Legacy Behind You: Dealing with Loss, Grief, and Value in Sterile Processing

In this CE-approved Beyond Clean Articles On-The-Go episode, Hank Balch shares steps for grieving the loss of a co-worker and the importance of leaving behind a positive legacy through kindness, dedication to patient care, and recognizing the value of each team member – "Ultimately, this grieving process is a sign of how impactful that life actually was. It shouldn’t be easy to forget or move on from someone who made coming to work a joy. It shouldn’t be a quick process to get over losing a fellow warrior in the fight against microbial agents seeking to do our patients harm. You do not have to, nor should you, forget…” To read this article, take the CE quiz & download your certificate, click here. 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 https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=%23HankBalch #BeyondClean https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=%23BeyondClean #WeFightDirty https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=%23WeFightDirty™ Click To Subscribe on YouTube, iTunes http://apple.co/2xzxECU, Stitcher, Google Play or Spotify or Visit Our Website http://www.beyondclean.net/!

7m
Mar 14
Confident Certification™ Ep. 29 The Cram Session Curse: How to Break Free and Ace Your Exam

This week on Confident Certification™, host Sarah B. Cruz is here to save you from the cram session chaos! She is breaking down the differences between cramming and intense review sessions, and why one might be sabotaging your success. Tune in as Sarah shares her top tips for creating a study plan that works for you, avoiding the dreaded all-nighter, and walking into your exam with an extra swagger. Discover how you can ditch the cram sessions for good and become a Sterile Processing study superhero on your path to certification success. Tune in today! 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 https://lnkd.in/guh_vxzu) and Android (HTTPS://LNKD.IN/GHNFH28A 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

15m
Mar 12
What is Multi-Tray Sterilization? | Expert Series On-The-Go

On this week's edition of the Beyond Clean Expert Series On-The-Go, tune in for the conversation entitled, "What is Multi-Tray Sterilization?" 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: 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

2m
Mar 09
Insufficient for Understanding: Are IFUs Failing Us or Are We Failing Them?

In this CE-approved Beyond Clean Articles On-The-Go episode, Hank Balch emphasizes the importance of understanding and following a manufacturer’s instructions for use (IFUs) in your SPD, while also proposing solutions to improve compliance and ensure patient safety -- "How can you be sure, with any level of certainty, that you are cleaning, inspecting, and sterilizing your inventory correctly if there are still large swaths of instruments or equipment, the instructions for which no one in recent memory has reviewed? The answer is that you can’t be sure. And that’s the..." To read this article, take the CE quiz & download your certificate, click here. 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 https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=%23HankBalch #BeyondClean https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=%23BeyondClean #WeFightDirty https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=%23WeFightDirty™ Click To Subscribe on YouTube, iTunes http://apple.co/2xzxECU, Stitcher, Google Play or Spotify or Visit Our Website http://www.beyondclean.net/!

7m
Mar 07
Confident Certification™ Ep. 28 The Final Countdown: Perfecting Your Pre-Exam Evening Routine

If pre-test nerves and last-minute cramming sessions have you counting flashcards instead of sheep, let this episode be your guide to a peaceful night's sleep the night before your certification exam! This week on Confident Certification™, host Sarah B. Cruz unlocks the secrets to transforming pre-test jitters into calm confidence. She shares practical tips to avoid last-minute cramming, reduce anxiety, and approach your exam with confidence and peace of mind. Tune in today and discover how you can transform your pre-test ritual into confident strides toward certification success! 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 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

16m
Mar 05
"Just Stop Breaking Stuff" The Need for Targeted Solutions | Expert Series On-The-Go

On this week's edition of the Beyond Clean Expert Series On-The-Go, tune in for the conversation entitled, "'Just Stop Breaking Stuff' The Need for Targeted Solutions" 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: 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

2m
Mar 02
I’m Out: 7 Reasons to Quit Your Sterile Processing Job

In this CE-approved episode of Articles On-The-Go, Hank Balch identifies seven reasons why someone might consider quitting their job in the Sterile Processing industry: "If your current sterile processing role is causing you unreasonable amounts of stress, burnout, or depression, don’t be afraid to hit the eject button. Industries like ours can chew people up and spit them back out, without a lot of concern for the person underneath the scrubs. Ultimately, you are the only one who always has…" To read this article, take the CE quiz & download your certificate, click here. 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 https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=%23HankBalch #BeyondClean https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=%23BeyondClean #WeFightDirty https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=%23WeFightDirty™ Click To Subscribe on YouTube, iTunes http://apple.co/2xzxECU, Stitcher, Google Play or Spotify or Visit Our Website http://www.beyondclean.net/!

5m
Feb 29
Confident Certification™ Ep. 27 Certified & Confident: Tips for Embracing Your Inner Cheerleader

Top of FormThis week on Confident Certification™, host Sarah B. Cruz and Bobby Parker dive into the art of self-advocacy in the Sterile Processing industry. They'll share secrets for balancing confidence with humility while inspiring you to celebrate all your certification milestones. Whether you're navigating the early stages of your career or looking for ways to shine in your current role, this episode offers practical tips for acknowledging your achievements, overcoming imposter syndrome, and confidently advancing in your certification journey. Don’t miss out—tune in today and discover how YOU can become your biggest cheerleader for certification success!     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 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.

31m
Feb 27
Ergonomically Challenged | Expert Series On-The-Go

On this week's edition of the Beyond Clean Expert Series On-The-Go, tune in for the conversation entitled, "Ergonomically Challenged." To hear more from our Healthcare Storage Expert Series™, follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn, or subscribe to the Beyond Clean mailing list by visiting: http://www.beyondcleanmedia.com 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

2m
Feb 24
Leveraging the Supplier ERP to Gain True Supply Chain Transparency: A New Vision for Collaborative Inventory Management

Is consignment inventory causing chaos and delays across your OR and SPD teams? Ever wonder if there is a smarter, easier way to manage this potentially problematic inventory? On this special Beyond Clean and Power Supply Vendor Spotlight™ co-release episode, we’re joined by Keerthi Kanubaddi, Executive Vice President of Health System Partnership and Neal Ferguson Vice President of Client Engagement at Movemedical, to discuss an innovative solution that is bringing clarity to the chaos of inventory management. Tune in to discover how Movemedical's Consignment Inventory Manager system seamlessly connects health systems with their suppliers at an ERP-level, offering a cost-effective solution with real-time inventory insights. Explore how this game-changing approach not only simplifies the consignment processes but also promotes a collaborative relationship between healthcare facilities and suppliers, enhancing efficiency, accuracy, and most importantly, patient care! For more information on how their innovative inventory management tool can transform your consignment process, visit their website to request a demo.  You can also follow Movemedical on LinkedIn or better yet, contact Keerthi Keerthi.Kanubaddi@movemedical.com or Neal Neal.Ferguson@movemedical.com directly!

44m
Feb 23
Here’s Your Sign: The Power and Purpose of Visual Aids in Your CS/SPD Workflow

In this CE-approved episode of Articles On-The-Go, Hank Balch explains how thoughtful signage and labeling can significantly improve workflows, efficiency, and standardization in SPDs: “While new employee orientation may only last 90 days, learning should last a lifetime, especially when it comes to the technical aspects of the sterile processing profession. Signage focusing on technical reminders could include anything from displaying specific IFUs for complex devices at the point of processing, such as wall sheets for robotic arms and flexible endoscopes, all the way to…” To read this article, take the CE quiz & download your certificate, click here. 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 https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=%23HankBalch #BeyondClean https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=%23BeyondClean #WeFightDirty https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=%23WeFightDirty™ Click To Subscribe on YouTube, iTunes http://apple.co/2xzxECU, Stitcher, Google Play or Spotify or Visit Our Website http://www.beyondclean.net/!

6m
Feb 22
Confident Certification™ Ep. 26 Know Your Professional Circle: Building Connections That Matter

This week on Confident Certification™, host Sarah B. Cruz teams up with Jamie Shelosky to discuss the value of creating your professional circle in the Sterile Processing space. They'll share personal stories and expert advice on how to find, connect, and grow with the folks who will cheer you on through your certification journey. Tune in and discover the power of meaningful connections, the impact of a solid support system, and practical steps to envelop yourself in a network that truly gets it. Connect with Sarah and Jamie today!Top of Form   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 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.

36m
Feb 20
The Roles that Make Us Great: VPs of Sterile Processing

It's not the highest you can go in healthcare leadership, but it's definitely the pinnacle of the Sterile Processing career ladder. We wrap up this record-breaking Season 23 "The Roles that Make Us Great" with our episode dedicated to Vice Presidents & AVPs in Sterile Processing! Join Hank Balch & Bobby Parker as they discuss why SPD technicians and every other member of the department should care who their VP is and what they do, even if you've never met them. If your VP doesn't understand Sterile Processing's impact and needs, resources and attention may be directed elsewhere, hindering your department's growth, surgical efficiency, and even OR revenue. This episode offers tips for getting your SPD team on the radar of VPs, such as requesting meetings, participating in hospital-wide safety/quality initiatives, and building relationships with key support staff. We also discuss pathways for Sterile Processing professionals interested in someday moving into a VP or other administrative role themselves! Thanks for supporting us this season! We hope you enjoyed the conversations and the CEs! Mark your calendar now for the premiere of Season 24 "The Papers that Make Us Awesome", going live on April 1st! Season 23 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 #SterileProcessingVP

33m
Feb 19
What is UV Based Technology? | Expert Series On-The-Go

On this week's edition of the Beyond Clean Expert Series On-The-Go, tune in for the conversation entitled, "What is UV Based Technology?" To hear more from this expert, follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn, or subscribe to the Beyond Clean mailing list by visiting: 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

2m
Feb 17
Hear Ye, Hear Me! On Education and Competition in Sterile Processing

In this CE-approved episode of Articles On-The-Go, Hank Balch makes the case that competition in Sterile Processing education creates incentives for anyone involved in SP education, to create more innovative, high-quality content -- "Because every piece of education is uniquely created by unique individuals with unique perspectives, be willing to consume education on topics you’ve heard before from different speakers and vendors. One webinar on water quality in SPD does not exhaust the topic. In fact, it…" To read this article, take the CE quiz & download your certificate, click here. 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 https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=%23HankBalch #BeyondClean https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=%23BeyondClean #WeFightDirty https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=%23WeFightDirty™ Click To Subscribe on YouTube, iTunes http://apple.co/2xzxECU, Stitcher, Google Play or Spotify or Visit Our Website http://www.beyondclean.net/!

7m
Feb 15
Confident Certification™ Ep. 25 Cracking the Internship Code: Secrets to Securing Your Clinical Hours

On this week’s episode of Confident Certification™, we’re going beyond the classroom to explore the value of Sterile Processing internships. Join host Sarah B. Cruz as she reveals clever strategies for scoring those tough clinical hours and how you can make the most of them. Tune in to discover insider tips for navigating the internship process, leveraging your hands-on experience, and paving your path to certification success. Whether you're just starting your internship search or facing obstacles along the way, buckle up for this can’t-miss episode! 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 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.

30m
Feb 13
The Roles that Make Us Great: SP Directors

This week we're talking about the big D and we don't mean Dallas. Join us as we highlight the Sterile Processing Director role on this episode of Beyond Clean Season 23, "The Roles that Make Us Great." Hosts Hank Balch and Bobby Parker explore the dynamic responsibilities, challenges, and triumphs of leading a top-tier SPD at both the department and system level. From managing multiple locations and creating long-term strategic plans to navigating department politics, you’ll get an inside look at the day-to-day operations that keep SPD Directors on their toes. Tapping into his award-winning background as an SP Director, Hank offers his advice on transitioning from manager to director, building trust with your team, and aligning staff and other departments around a shared vision. Whether you're already a seasoned director, aspiring leader, or happy technician just curious about what your leader is doing from day-to-day – this episode is going to have something for you! Season 23 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 #SPDirector

31m
Feb 12
Why is Water Important and Our Responsibility? | Expert Series On-The-Go

On this week's edition of the Beyond Clean Expert Series On-The-Go, tune in for the conversation entitled, "Why is Water Important and Our Responsibility?" To hear more from this expert, follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn, or subscribe to the Beyond Clean mailing list by visiting: 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

2m
Feb 10
Healthcare Starts with Self-Care: Taking Care of Your Sterile Processing People

In this CE-approved episode of Articles On-The-Go, Hank Balch encourages Sterile Processing managers to care for the well-being of their team members and help prevent employee burnout by cross-training and promoting a healthy work-life balance: “So how do we cope? How can we lead our teams and protect our teammates from the physical and mental burnout that can so easily overtake Sterile Processing professionals? Here are a few ideas that will help…" To read this article, take the CE quiz & download your certificate, click here. 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 https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=%23HankBalch #BeyondClean https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=%23BeyondClean #WeFightDirty https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=%23WeFightDirty™ Click To Subscribe on YouTube, iTunes http://apple.co/2xzxECU, Stitcher, Google Play or Spotify or Visit Our Website http://www.beyondclean.net/!

5m
Feb 08
Confident Certification™ Ep. 24 Personalized Perfection: Savvy Tips for DIY Test Prep

On this week’s episode of Confident Certification™, join host Sarah B. Cruz and Bobby Parker as they outline key strategies for creating a successful self-study curriculum. Tune in to hear Sarah’s savvy tips for personalizing your flexible study routine, creating customized test-prep outlines, and setting achievable goals to keep yourself motivated and on track. You’ll also discover how leveraging supplemental study tools like videos and podcasts can help you crush your certification goals. If you’ve been searching for ways to jazz up your study routine, this episode is for you! 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 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.

29m
Feb 06
The Roles that Make Us Great: SP Managers

For countless Sterile Processing professionals out there, the ultimate career goal is to get that coveted Sterile Processing Manager role. Even if you never want to carry the weight of SPD management on your shoulders, if you work in these departments you're going to have to interact with this position. Join us for this week’s jam-packed episode of Season 23, “The Roles that Make Us Great,” as Hank Balch and Bobby Parker shine a spotlight on the driving leadership force behind SPD activities – SP Managers. Drawing from their own experiences in SP management, this straight-shooting duo is getting candid about the challenges and triumphs of leading (or sinking) a successful SPD. From mastering seven-figure budgets to fostering an enriching department culture, we’ll uncover the delicate balance between hands-on tasks and leadership responsibilities. Whether you're a seasoned manager or just setting your sights on leadership, this episode will have something to make it worth tuning in!  Season 23 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 #SPManager

35m
Feb 05
Give Me a Break: What It Takes to Make the Most of Sterile Processing Breaks

In this CE-approved episode of Articles On-The-Go, Hank Balch shares five keys to making the most of your 15 minutes of relaxation for yourself and your team: “Believe it or not, one of the most common frustrations and sources of conflict around the sterile processing break room has to do with fridge management. There are countless horror stories out there about stolen lunches, rotting produce, exploding Cokes in the freezer, lack of available…” To read this article, take the CE quiz & download your certificate, click here. 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 https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=%23HankBalch #BeyondClean https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=%23BeyondClean #WeFightDirty https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=%23WeFightDirty™ Click To Subscribe on YouTube, iTunes http://apple.co/2xzxECU, Stitcher, Google Play or Spotify or Visit Our Website http://www.beyondclean.net/!

6m
Feb 01