Sterilization Station: A Sterile Processing Empowerment Podcast
Welcome to "Sterile Processing Empowerment Podcast, the podcast dedicated to elevating the field of sterile processing and surgical services! In an industry where precision and care intersect, we believe that knowledge is power. Our mission is to empower, encourage, and motivate every professional engaged in the transformative world of healthcare.
Join us each week as we delve into enlightening discussions that shine a light on best practices, emerging innovations, and the critical role sterile processing plays in patient safety. Whether you're a seasoned expert or just starting your journey, our panels and expert guests will provide invaluable insights through engaging conversations and real-world stories.
From the nuances of instrument handling to the latest in sterilization techniques, we cover it all. Expect thought-provoking interviews, educational segments, and motivating content designed to inspire you to elevate your craft. Together, let’s foster a community that champions excellence in surgical services and celebrates the unsung heroes of healthcare.
Tune in to where expertise meets passion, and every episode empowers you to make a difference in the operating room and beyond.
Episodes
57 episodes
From Bottleneck to Backbone: Data-Driven Sterile Processing
Think SPD is just “the place that washes trays”? Think again. We sit down with Sarah Vinson—a 25-year sterile processing leader, former HSPA board member, and data evangelist—to show how sterile processing becomes the backbone of surgical flow ...
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31:36
The Instrument Whisperer Mini Series : The Rick Shultz Story
Rick Schultz, known as the Instrument Whisperer, shares his journey from hospital orderly to becoming a legendary educator in surgical instrument care and maintenance. His passion for craftsmanship and patient safety has revolutionized how heal...
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Season 4
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Episode 1
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42:08
The New Bridge Effect: Transforming Lives Through Sterile Processing Education
Three sterile processing professionals share their journeys through New Bridge Cleveland's program and how it transformed their careers and lives. Their diverse backgrounds and experiences highlight the opportunities in this crucial healthcare ...
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19:01
How to Build Strong Clinical Sterile Processing Mentors with Dannie O.
Dannie O. Smith, Director of Education for the Mid-Atlantic Central Service Association, discusses how preceptors shape the next generation of sterile processing professionals through mentorship and education. He shares insights from both sides...
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33:27
Meet the Hero's keeping patients safe with Dr. Raynetta Stansil
Dr. Raynetta Stansil, Director of Sterile Processing and Surgical Services at the University of Illinois , shares her journey from surgical technologist to executive leadership and reveals how critical thinking transforms technicians into leade...
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25:59
The Future of Sterile Processing: How Robotics is Transforming Hospital Workflows
Robotics isn't replacing sterile processing technicians—it's revolutionizing how they work. Join Bill Rishell and global expert Babak from BIG Consulting as they explore the transformative impact of automation on hospital sterile processing dep...
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Season 2
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Episode 30
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33:19
The $50 Billion Dollar Problem: Why Automation is Sterile Processing's Future
The hidden $50 billion hemorrhage destroying hospital finances has finally been exposed. In this riveting conversation with Christopher Salkowitz from RST Automation, we uncover how outdated sterile processing methods are creating a perfe...
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30:48
Beyond Scrubbing: How Alyssa Ellis Elevates Surgical Technology
Alyssa Ellis, known as @beyondassisting on Instagram, transforms surgical technology education by sharing honest insights about the blood, sweat, and purpose behind the field that she once feared but now champions as both a certified surgical t...
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Season 2
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Episode 29
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57:05
Disrupting Sterile Processing: How Shantel Berwald Transforms SPD Culture
Shantel Berwald, a trailblazer in sterile processing leadership, shares her journey from surgical tech to SPD director and reveals how she's transforming department culture. Through personal experiences and practical insights, she demonstrates ...
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22:12
Skills with Jill: Beyond Reprocessing- Sustainable Approaches to Modern Endoscopy
What happens when a patient needs an urgent endoscopic procedure at 2 AM? The answer might surprise you – and it's changing healthcare delivery across the board.Christian Escobar, VP of Marketing at Ambu USA with 30 years of experience ...
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Season 3
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Episode 5
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Confronting Toxicity in Sterile Processing
Toxicity in the sterile processing workplace damages not just team morale but also impacts patient safety, retention, and outcomes. HSPA President Arlene Bush joins the podcast to share strategies for identifying and addressing toxic behaviors ...
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41:14
Skills with Jill: Single-Use Endoscopes & How They Are Revolutionizing Healthcare Workflows
Christian Escobar, VP of Marketing for Ambu US, brings three decades of endoscopy expertise to this eye-opening discussion about how single-use endoscopes are revolutionizing healthcare delivery across hospital departments.The conversat...
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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28:26
Experience Over Education: Leading Without a Degree in SPD
Cliff Russell, operations leader with 27 years of experience, shares insights on turning chaos into clarity and redefining leadership qualifications beyond traditional credentials. His journey demonstrates how experience, process implementation...
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Season 2
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Episode 30
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27:57
Skills with Jill: Parent Hacks with Infection Preventionist Jill Holdsworth
Jill Holdsworth, a certified infection preventionist with 15 years of experience, shares practical advice for parents on managing household cleaning and disinfection during childhood illnesses while maintaining a balanced approach to germ expos...
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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19:54
Transforming SPD Education: Beyond the Classroom with Renee Moran Folds
Sterile processing educators shape the future of healthcare by developing skilled technicians whose work directly impacts patient outcomes and safety, often in ways that go unseen and unrecognized.• Successful SPD students demonstrate s...
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27:26
Trapped or Trained: Why Your Mindset Matters in Sterile Processing
Mindset is everything in sterile processing, where the difference between fixed and growth perspectives determines your ability to thrive amidst complex challenges and high-pressure situations.• Growth mindset believes abilities improve...
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15:36
Skills with Jill: Bridging the Gap with Sterile Processing and Accredidation
The critical but often overlooked realm of sterile processing comes to light through expert insights on building effective partnerships with healthcare accreditation teams. Regulatory professional Amy Asleson shares her 17 years of experience n...
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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23:22
Tough Love & Tough Topics: What SPD Students Really Need to Hear
Sterile processing veteran Tameka Jones shares unfiltered insights about what it really takes to succeed in SPD, going beyond classroom theory to prepare students for real-world excellence.• SPD work requires deep understanding of instr...
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Season 2
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Episode 28
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22:24
Skills with Jill: From Bedside to Leadership - Building a Culture of Excellence in Sterile Processing with Diana Anderson
Curiosity drives quality in sterile processing. That's the fundamental message from Diana Anderson, an 18-year healthcare veteran who transformed her career from bedside nursing to sterile processing leadership by constantly asking "why?" ...
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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15:38
SPD: Your Secret Weapon for Device Success
What if the key to your medical device success isn't in the OR, but in the basement? The Sterilization Station podcast uncovers a powerful but overlooked influence on device outcomes - the relationship between sales representatives and Sterile ...
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32:35
AI Meets SPD: Transforming Instrument Management
Etay Gafni, founder of LayerJot, shares how AI technology is transforming sterile processing by supporting technicians with instrument identification and tray management solutions. His company's innovations help SPD teams work more efficiently ...
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Season 2
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32:24
Every Tray Tells a Story: Why There Are No Routine Days in Sterile Processing
In this episode of Sterilization Station, we challenge the dangerous mindset of “just another day” in sterile processing and uncover the deeper purpose behind every shift. Behind every tray, scope, and instrument is a real patient...
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14:41
From Ego to Echo: Building a Lasting Impression in Sterile Processing
Every day in sterile processing, we're writing our legacy not with ink or on resumes, but through how we make people feel and the impact we leave on others.• The difference between ego and legacy: ego seeks personal recognition while le...
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