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Bacteria, fungi and viruses are the three primary types of microorganisms that Sterile Processing departments (SPDs) battle every day. But what exactly are these infectious agents, how do they spread, and what mechanisms are available to kill them?
In episode 156, host Casey Czarnowski speaks with Larry Talapa of Solventum about the trio of microorganisms. Talapa expla...
Keeping surgical instruments functioning properly and extending their useful life does not happen by accident. It requires focused effort from everyone who uses, handles and cares for the devices, including Sterile Processing (SP) teams.
In episode 155, host Casey Czarnowski speaks with Jake McHugh and Jeremy Barnell of Agiliti about the instrument repair process. The ...
Facilities in many parts of the country are feeling the staffing crunch for Sterile Processing (SP) professionals. Our roles demand a high degree of technical knowledge, and some places do not have access to academic programs or training courses that prepare students for working in a Sterile Processing department (SPD).
In episode 154, host Casey Czarnowski speaks with...
Sterile Processing (SP) at times suffers from poor packaging. Our departments are tucked away. Our work is behind the scenes. We as SP professionals may not view our duties in the same light as other work in the hospital, so we diminish our role in conversations or are reluctant to speak up in a group of our peers.
In episode 153, host Casey Czarnowski talks with Jamel...
Every year, the HSPA Foundation offers scholarships for Sterile Processing technicians to serve on a Mercy Ships mission, bringing their expertise and passion to those in need in Sub-Saharan Africa.
In episode 152, host Casey Czarnowski speaks with Kimberly Polard and Oliver Etcu about the Mercy Ships organization and life on a medical mission ship. Polard describes th...