Beyond Clean

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? The Beyond Clean podcast 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.

Episodes

Tuning in for Towels: The Untold Story of Surgical Towels

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 Solutions Manager for Medline, about all things surgical towels! From linting concerns to color coding, and more – we’ve “woven” it all into this important conversation about a little piece of fabric that has big implications for surgical care. Get ready to roll up the volume and soak up all the clinical insights during today’s show! We can’t wait to have you tune in!

Season 25 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. 

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

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 questions, and asking thoughtful questions showcasing your industry knowledge. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or preparing for your first Sterile Processing job interview, this episode is packed with practical strategies to help you stand out from other candidates and make a lasting first impression. Tune in now and arm yourself with the confidence to turn that interview into your dream job offer!

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

Stick’em Up, I’m Tracking this Load: Sticker Guns & Sterilization Labels

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 in our SPDs we often take for granted, yet they play a critical role in our sterilization workflows–the sticker gun & sterilization labels. From decoding Julian dates to preventing load recall nightmares, Jessie explains why your department’s sticker gun and sterilization labels are essential not only to your tracking workflows but also to the safety of your patients. We’ll explore labeling best practices, outline common sticker gun dos and don’ts, and debate whether it’s time for traditional labeling to stick around or make way for new tech. So, turn up the volume and grab your trusty sticker gun, because this episode is packed with insights and strategies to help you elevate your department’s sterilization tracking game, one load sticker at a time!

Season 25 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

Utility Water: Case Studies, Hot Water | 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, “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.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!

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

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 statement to showcasing your unique skill set, even if you’re new to the Sterile Processing job search. Sarah and Rochelle also share insider secrets on resume templates and formatting, addressing employment gaps, and choosing the right references to make your application stand out from the pack. So don’t miss out — tune in now and get ready to take the first step toward your dream career in Sterile Processing!

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

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Hank Balch

Weapon of Mass Microbial Destruction

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