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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 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.
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- 3 days ago58 min
Welcome to the Basement: Weapons of Mass Microbial Destruction
Welcome to the basement! Whether you found yourself in Sterile Processing by accident or knew exactly what you were signing up for, there's nothing quite like your first year in SPD. In this Season 34 premiere of the Beyond Clean Podcast, Bobby Parker, Hank Balch, and Garrett Hollembeak take us back to their early days in SPD to share what surprised them, what they learned, and how those experiences shaped the way they see the profession today. From developing a strong sterile conscience to finding pride and purpose in work that often happens behind the scenes, they reflect on what it really means to be part of the team that keeps surgical care moving. Whether you're new to Sterile Processing or have been #FightingDirty for years, this episode is a reminder of just how much your work matters! After finishing this podcast episode, earn your 1 CE credit immediately by passing the short quiz linked here: https://www.flexiquiz.com/SC/N/episode34-01 Visit our CE Credit Hub at https://www.beyondcleanmedia.com/ce-credit-hub to access this quiz and other free CE credits. #BeyondClean #SterileProcessing #Season34 #WelcomeToTheBasement #Podcast #FirstYearInSPD #SterileConscience #PatientSafety
- 1 weeks ago31 min
Lead with Confidence - Speaking "C-Suite": Communicating SPD's Value to Leadership
You know what your department needs, but are you communicating it in a way leadership understands? In the final episode of "Lead with Confidence," Ben Schraeder from Surgical Solutions joins us to explore how Sterile Processing leaders can turn operational challenges into a clear, compelling business case. Ben breaks down how to connect staffing shortages and tray backlogs to case delays, overtime, and financial impact, choose the metrics that matter most, and make SPD's needs relevant to the people making critical investment decisions. If you're ready to move beyond saying, "We need more," and start showing leadership why it matters, this episode will help you speak their language. After finishing this interview, earn your 0.5 CE credit by passing the short quiz linked here: https://www.flexiquiz.com/SC/N/leadwithconfidence-ep5 This five-part series explores what it takes to lead Sterile Processing and perioperative teams with clarity and confidence. From building stronger partnerships and making data-informed decisions to hiring the right people and communicating your department's value to the C-suite, we'll share practical insights for anyone looking to grow in leadership. A special thanks to our sponsor, Surgical Solutions, for supporting this podcast series! #BeyondClean #SurgicalSolutions #SterileProcessing #Perioperative #Leadership #SPDLeadership #LeadwithConfidence #Podcast
- 2 weeks ago31 min
Lead with Confidence - Fully Staffed with a Waitlist: How to Interview & Hire for SPD
Fully staffed and a waitlist of great candidates ready to go? For many Sterile Processing leaders, that sounds almost too good to be true. In this episode of "Lead with Confidence," Surgical Solutions' Erin Neblett tackles one of the biggest challenges facing SPD leaders: finding, hiring, and retaining the right people. From tapping into overlooked talent pools and recognizing transferable skills to conducting more effective interviews and creating an onboarding experience that sets new hires up for success from day one, Erin offers a fresh approach to building your Sterile Processing team. Ready to stop waiting for the perfect candidate to appear and start creating a stronger talent pipeline? Tune in now for practical ideas that can help you spend less time worrying about vacancies and more time building a team people want to join and stay with. After finishing this interview, earn your 0.5 CE credit by passing the short quiz linked here: https://www.flexiquiz.com/SC/N/leadwithconfidence-ep4 This five-part series explores what it takes to lead Sterile Processing and perioperative teams with clarity and confidence. From building stronger partnerships and making data-informed decisions to hiring the right people and communicating your department's value to the C-suite, we'll share practical insights for anyone looking to grow in leadership. A special thanks to our sponsor, Surgical Solutions, for supporting this podcast series! #BeyondClean #SurgicalSolutions #SterileProcessing #Perioperative #Leadership #SPDLeadership #LeadwithConfidence #Podcast
- 3 weeks ago35 min
Lead with Confidence - So You've Just Been Promoted: A Sterile Processing Leadership QuickStart Guide
You've been promoted. Congratulations! But what happens when the people you worked beside yesterday are suddenly looking to you for answers today? In this episode of "Lead with Confidence," Brian Ascencio from Surgical Solutions gets real about the challenges of making the leap from technician to first-time Sterile Processing leader. Brian shares key lessons on navigating new boundaries, setting clear expectations, juggling priorities, building trust, and staying calm when the pressure is on, all to help new leaders find their footing in that critical first year. If your new title has you wondering whether you're really ready to lead, press play for a confidence boost and a quick-start guide to becoming a leader your team can trust! After finishing this interview, earn your 0.5 CE credit by passing the short quiz linked here: https://www.flexiquiz.com/SC/N/leadwithconfidence-ep3 This five-part series explores what it takes to lead Sterile Processing and perioperative teams with clarity and confidence. From building stronger partnerships and making data-informed decisions to hiring the right people and communicating your department's value to the C-suite, we'll share practical insights for anyone looking to grow in leadership. A special thanks to our sponsor, Surgical Solutions, for supporting this podcast series! #BeyondClean #SurgicalSolutions #SterileProcessing #Perioperative #Leadership #SPDLeadership #LeadwithConfidence #Podcast
- Oct 5, 202631 min
Lead with Confidence - I Can See Clearly Now: Making Data-Informed Decisions
Trays are piling up. Staffing is stretched thin. Quality issues keep popping up. When everything feels urgent, how do you know what to tackle first? In this episode of "Lead with Confidence," Betty Casey from Surgical Solutions breaks down how data can help Sterile Processing leaders cut through the noise and make more confident, informed decisions. Whether it's tracking tray backlogs, improving scanning compliance, identifying workflow gaps, or getting your team invested in the numbers, Betty explains how the data you're already collecting can uncover what's really happening in your department. If you're tired of guessing which problem to tackle next, discover how letting the data tell the story can help bring your path forward into focus. After finishing this interview, earn your 0.5 CE credit by passing the short quiz linked here: https://www.flexiquiz.com/SC/N/leadwithconfidence-ep2 This five-part series explores what it takes to lead Sterile Processing and perioperative teams with clarity and confidence. From building stronger partnerships and making data-informed decisions to hiring the right people and communicating your department's value to the C-suite, we'll share practical insights for anyone looking to grow in leadership. A special thanks to our sponsor, Surgical Solutions, for supporting this podcast series! #BeyondClean #SurgicalSolutions #SterileProcessing #Perioperative #Leadership #SPDLeadership #LeadwithConfidence #Podcast
- Sep 28, 202630 min
Lead with Confidence - No More Silos: A Collaborative Approach to Surgical Care
Everyone wants safer patient care, smoother workflows, and stronger teams. So why can it still feel like the OR, Sterile Processing, and industry partners are working in completely different directions? In Episode 1 of our brand-new podcast series, "Lead with Confidence," host Bobby Parker welcomes Kirk Leonardelli, CEO of Surgical Solutions, to discuss what it takes to turn separate priorities into shared progress. From navigating staffing and turnover challenges to reducing finger-pointing and building greater accountability across the perioperative environment, Kirk shares why the strongest solutions often begin with better collaboration. Ready to leave the silos behind? Tune in and discover what teams can accomplish when everyone starts moving in the same direction. This five-part series explores what it takes to lead Sterile Processing and perioperative teams with clarity and confidence. From building stronger partnerships and making data-informed decisions to hiring the right people and communicating your department's value to the C-suite, we'll share practical insights for anyone looking to grow in leadership. A special thanks to our sponsor, Surgical Solutions, for supporting this podcast series! #BeyondClean #SurgicalSolutions #SterileProcessing #Perioperative #Leadership #SPDLeadership #LeadwithConfidence #Podcast
- Sep 21, 202628 min
Complex Devices (Batteries, Electrics & More): How Can We Disinfect What We Can't Immerse?
How do you disinfect what you can't immerse? In this Beyond Clean special release podcast episode, recorded LIVE at HSPA 2026, Garrett Hollembeak joins STERIS's Karen Owens and Bianca Paskert to explore the growing challenges of cleaning complex, battery-powered, and electronic devices. Together, they'll break down where variability creeps in, why workarounds create hidden risks, and what leaders need to understand when standard processes don't always apply. By the end of this episode, you'll have a clearer understanding of how to approach these devices more effectively in your SPD. Tune in today! This in-booth podcast recording is sponsored by STERIS and is powered by Beyond Clean. After finishing this interview, earn your 0.5 CE credit immediately by passing the short quiz linked here: https://www.flexiquiz.com/SC/N/steris-complexdevices #BeyondClean #STERIS #HSPA2026 #Podcast #SterileProcessing #ComplexDevices
- Aug 24, 202635 min
Built Different - Credit(s) Where It's Due: How Educational Programs Become CE-Approved
You press play, pass the quiz, and add another CE to your collection. But have you ever wondered what it takes for that education to become CE-approved in the first place? In this Season 33 finale episode, Bobby and Jason are turning the mic to Beyond Clean's Chelsea Schmitz for a behind-the-scenes look at how continuing education programs become CE-approved. With more than 500 CE submissions under her belt, Chels walks through how educational content goes from an idea to an approved CE, what it takes to maintain CE-approved content, and what separates meaningful education from another hour spent checking a requirement off the list. We're closing out a season dedicated to training in SPD with a look at what goes into the education that keeps #CleanFreaks and our industry moving forward. Don't miss this season finale! After finishing this podcast episode, earn your 1 CE credit immediately by passing the short quiz linked here: https://www.flexiquiz.com/SC/N/episode33-08 Visit our CE Credit Hub at https://www.beyondcleanmedia.com/ce-credit-hub to access this quiz and over 350 other free CE credits. #BeyondClean #SterileProcessing #Season33 #BuiltDifferent #TrainingInSPD #CE #ContinuingEducation #CEApproved #Education
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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 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.
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