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 reprocessi ...
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The Processes that Save Lives: Sterilizer Loading Ensures Excellence
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Wet Packs. Two words no Sterile Processing technician wants to hear in the middle of a busy shift. One wet tray means rewrapping an entire load, scrambling to meet turnaround times, and potentially throwing off the OR’s schedule. So, what if the solution to eliminating wet packs was all in how you load your sterilizer cart? In this episode of Beyon…
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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 Does a Container Work in a Steam Sterilizer?" 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.beyon…
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The Processes that Save Lives: Manual Cleaning Means We Care
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Grab your cleaning brushes, fill up those sinks, and turn up the volume, it's time to dive into the complex world of manual cleaning! In this Season 26 premiere episode of Beyond Clean, "The Processes that Save Lives," Sean Weir, aka "The Bearded Educator," joins us to scrub away at industry assumptions and to shine a spotlight on the critical role…
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On this week's edition of the Beyond Clean Expert Series On-The-Go, tune in for the conversation entitled, "Placing AI at the Core of Your Sterile Processing Operations," 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…
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Preventive Maintenance: Getting Out in Front of Your Scope Repair Problems
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Is your endoscope maintenance program more reactive or proactive? Are you constantly putting out fires or staying ahead of potential issues? In this series finale episode of "Unbroken: The Care and Handling of Endoscopes," we're pulling back the curtain on preventative maintenance with our scope-savvy dream team: Bobbie Gaskins, Nicholas Day, and G…
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On this week's edition of the Beyond Clean Expert Series On-The-Go, tune in for the conversation entitled, "Let's Start At the Very Beginning Part 1," 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.beyondc…
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Microbes Beware: Disinfection & Sterilization of Endoscopes
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When it comes to endoscope reprocessing, how do you choose between high-level disinfection and sterilization? In this week’s new episode from our "Unbroken: The Care and Handling of Endoscopes” series, we’re sitting down with scope experts, Bobbie Gaskins, Nicholas Day, and Garett Kaple, to explore the decision-making process behind these critical …
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On this week's edition of the Beyond Clean Expert Series On-The-Go, tune in for the conversation entitled, "Safe & Reliable Use of UV Technology," 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.beyondcleanmedia.com …
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Scoping in Quality: Visual Inspection of Endoscopes
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From visual checks to advanced technological tools, endoscope inspection is one of the most critical steps in ensuring patient safety – so, how thorough are your facility's protocols? Are you inspecting every scope, for every procedure? In this week’s new episode from our "Unbroken: The Care and Handling of Endoscopes” series, Bobbie Gaskins, Nicho…
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On this week's edition of the Beyond Clean Expert Series On-The-Go, tune in for the conversation entitled, "Aseptic Presentation of Rigid Containers" 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.beyondcleanme…
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Let that Sink In: Dangers to Scopes in Decontamination
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Gowns on, gloves up -- it's time to #FightDirty in this week's new episode of our latest podcast series, "Unbroken: The Care and Handling of Endoscopes!” We’re diving into scope decontamination processes with our endoscope experts, Bobbie Gaskins, Nicholas Day, and Garett Kaple. They’re teaming up to explore the intricacies of proper cleaning techn…
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On this week's edition of the Beyond Clean Expert Series On-The-Go, tune in for the conversation entitled, "What to Expect with Your New AI Application 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…
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Safe Passage: Transporting Endoscopes with Care
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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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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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Pretreatment: Delivered When Efficiency & Efficacy Matter Most
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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
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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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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!
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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
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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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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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Confident Certification™ Ep. 51 Just Take the Test!
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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
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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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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
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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
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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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On this week's edition of the Beyond Clean Expert Series On-The-Go, tune in for the conversation entitled, "Door Beyond Clean Media
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Confident Certification™ Ep. 49 From Handshakes to Hired: Your Ultimate Guide to Interview Success
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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
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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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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?
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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
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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
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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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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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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
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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
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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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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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Confident Certification™ Ep. 46 Practice Makes Perfect: Boosting Your Exam Confidence with Practice Tests
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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
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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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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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Confident Certification™ Ep. 45 Glass Half Full or Empty? Crafting a Winning Mindset for Your Certification Journey
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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
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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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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
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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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On Pathogens & PPE Ep13: IP & SPD Career Progression
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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
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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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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
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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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