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.
Listening
Show
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?
- Episodes
- 975
- Run
- 2017 – 2026
- Latest
- Oct 2026
About the show
Episodes
975 total · newest first
Press play on any episode and the show keeps running from there.
Confident Certification™ Ep. 51 Just Take the Test!
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...
Eat Clean, Fight Dirty: SPD & the Breakroom Fridge
with guests Nicole Walley & Stacey Gielen
How Do You Start with the Adoption Of AI In Your SPD? | Expert Series On-The-Go
written by Yeshwanth Pulijala, PhD
Confident Certification™ Ep. 50 Brains Wired Differently: Conquering Certification Exams Your Way
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...
Tuning in for Towels: The Untold Story of Surgical Towels
featuring guest Tory Teakell
What's Wrong with Cardboard? | Expert Series On-The-Go
written by Dustin Patterson
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...
Stick'em Up, I'm Tracking this Load: Sticker Guns & Sterilization Labels
with guest Jessie Lopez
Utility Water: Case Studies, Hot Water | Expert Series On-The-Go
written by Jeffrey Paquet
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...
An Autoclave's MVP: Honoring the Sterilizer Door Gasket
with guest David Jagrosse
Precleaning: When Every Second Matters | Expert Series On-The-Go
written by Michael Matthews
Confident Certification™ Ep. 47 Passion & Perspective: Unlocking Your Sterile Processing Career Potential
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...
A Little Spray Goes a Long Way: Surgical Instrument Lubrication
with guest Yerson Pedraza
Time Is Valuable | Expert Series On-The-Go
written by Kelly Truppo
Confident Certification™ Ep. 46 Practice Makes Perfect: Boosting Your Exam Confidence with Practice Tests
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...
Wheelie Important: Case Cart Casters in SPD
with guest Brayden Bennett
Confident Certification™ Ep. 45 Glass Half Full or Empty? Crafting a Winning Mindset for Your Certification Journey
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...
Armed to Fight Dirty: What You Need to Know about the Glorious Washer Arm
with guest Randalyn Harreld
Coming Clean | Expert Series On-The-Go
written by Dustin Patterson
The Evolution of Single-Use Endoscopy
Vendor Spotlight™ featuring Christian Escobar
On Pathogens & PPE Ep13: IP & SPD Career Progression
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...
Confident Certification™ Ep. 44 Streaming for Success: Boosting Your Confidence Through Visual Learning
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...