HR Pro Tips: Finding, Retaining, & Motivating SPD All Stars

(Season 22 new episodes begin releasing Oct 2nd! Until then, enjoy these exclusive conference special releases from some of our best Beyond Clean events) Where did all the technicians go?? It’s the question on the minds of every HR professional and SPD manager across our industry, and one we hope to tackle during this action-packed panel discussion! Our panel of experts are joining forces to help equip you with the tools necessary to attract and retain that rock-star Sterile Processing technician for your department. From the questions you should be asking during your next interview to the key motivation tactics that will improve employee engagement with your current team, this discussion will help you build the “dream team” of high-performing technicians. If your SPD is struggling to fill those open positions, then this is one session you can’t miss!

Speakers: Leroy Richardson, Tracy Raymond, Jamie Hinkle, & Hank Balch Our mid-season special releases of Beyond Clean are released 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 https://lnkd.in/gz4Ak2nf for access to this quiz and over 350 other free CE credits.

Endoscopes That Live Long & Prosper

🎙️ Endoscopes don’t take care of themselves — so what are you doing to ensure they live long and prosper in your facility?  Tune in for this week’s Beyond Clean Vendor Spotlight™ featuring Skip Smith, Area Manager for Onsite Services, and Carrie Armellino, Marketing Manager for PROTECTION1® Service and Reprocessing, from KARL STORZ Endoscopy-America, as they delve into the world of economical, efficient, and environmentally friendly endoscopy solutions for your SPD and OR!   Explore how KARL STORZ is revolutionizing the healthcare industry through their top-notch expertise and innovative solutions, specifically designed to solve the challenges faced by today’s Sterile Processing Departments.   Discover the secrets behind KARL STORZ’s value-driven On-Site Endoscopic Specialists (OES) and the unique No-Wrap Sterilization Containers that not only protect your valuable equipment but also contribute to a long service-life at the lowest total cost of ownership.   From aircraft-grade anodized aluminum containers to significant clinical, operational, and financial benefits, these products are the epitome of value, efficiency, and protection.   Ready to take the next step? 📲 Engage with KARL STORZ today by visiting go.karlstorz.com/BeyondClean and following their LinkedIn page. Explore the possibilities, and give your endoscopy equipment the care and protection it deserves! 

Confident Certification™ Ep 3: The Alphabet Army – Why Certification is Important

Join the Confident Certification™ podcast this week as host Sarah B. Cruz interviews Sterile Processing legend Sharon Green Golden on her decades of experience and insights into certification! Learn how Sharon found her passion & niche in SPD, pursued certification later in her career, and became an educator shaping the next generation of #CleanFreaks. In this episode Sarah & Sharon discuss how being certified lifted Sharon’s career and allowed her to network and advocate for Sterile Processing professionals nationwide. Hear Sharon share advice on maintaining focus and promising yourself to become the expert patients deserve. We hope you can tune in for an inspirational episode showing why certification is about more than letters after your name – it’s about confidence, growth, and patient safety!

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://apps.apple.com/us/app/beyond-clean/id1514708690) and Android (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.beyondclean.android.clean) devices. This series is an innovative educational experience created to help you, your students, and your coworkers ace your Sterile Processing certification with confidence!

If you have thoughts or feedback on this new show, please email us at info@beyondclean.net!

Green Teams: How Supply Chains & Clinical Areas Collaborate for a Sustainable Future

(Season 22 new episodes begin releasing Oct 2nd! Until then, enjoy these exclusive conference special releases from some of our best Beyond Clean events) // We all know that collaboration is essential to patient care. But have you ever thought about how it can improve healthcare sustainability? Well, get ready to collaborate! Our panel of Supply Chain Experts are teaming up to share their insights on collaboration and the vital link between supply chains and the clinical areas such as Sterile Processing & the Operating Room which they serve. Hear how collaboration across different departments can drive long-term sustainability efforts and create a more ecologically responsible healthcare environment. Panelists include Suzi Collins, Josh Andrade, & Lindsay Brown.

Our mid-season special releases of Beyond Clean are released 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 beyondclean.net/ce-credit-hub for access to this quiz and over 350 other free CE credits.

Confident Certification™ Ep 2: Our SP Journey – Where Does Certification Fit In?

Where does Sterile Processing certification fit into your busy life?Join hosts Sarah B. Cruz and Bobby Parker as they tackle balancing personal and professional priorities on the latest episode of Confident Certification™. Learn how Bobby incorporated studying into his facility’s onboarding and hear Sarah’s tips for planning your study schedule. Discover strategies to make certification a natural part of your workflow, not just another item on your to-do list. We hope you can tune in today for actionable ways to blend studying with life’s demands as you confidently prep for that 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://apps.apple.com/us/app/beyond-clean/id1514708690) and Android (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.beyondclean.android.clean) devices. This series is an innovative educational experience created to help you, your students, and your coworkers ace your Sterile Processing certification with confidence!

If you have thoughts or feedback on this new show, please email us at info@beyondclean.net!

In the Weeds and the Clouds: A Frontline Conversation About How Productivity Really Works

(Season 22 new episodes begin releasing Oct 2nd! Until then, enjoy these exclusive conference special releases from some of our best Beyond Clean events) // Are you ready for a guided journey deep into the world of Sterile Processing productivity with a panel of frontline SPD professionals? Do you ever ask yourself; how does all this productivity stuff really work and why is it such a big topic of conversation in our departments (and digital platforms? Then this exclusive podcast release from our “All Worked Up” event earlier this year is going to be right up your alley! Our panel of frontline Sterile Processing professionals are teaming up to share their insights on productivity and the strategies they found to be most effective for improving workflows and efficiencies in their departments. Panelists include Sara Vinson, Samantha Espenschied, Brandon Todd, Justina Tanner, & Hank Balch.

Our mid-season special releases of Beyond Clean are released 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 beyondclean.net/ce-credit-hub for access to this quiz and over 350 other free CE credits.