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6 Ways to Improve Communication Between the SPD and the OR

SpecialtyCare

The sterile processing department (SPD) and the OR work hand in hand, but communication between the two can be disjointed and incomplete, resulting in unnecessary waste and preventable errors. Here are six ways to improve communication between the SPD and the OR in a way that reduces both costs and risks: #1 – Educational Tours.

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Sterile Processing Department Benchmarking for Productivity and Quality

Sullivan Healthcare Consulting

Sterile processing is boring. After all, if something particularly exciting happens in your facility’s sterile processing department (SPD), it’s most likely a sign that things aren’t going well. And when a sterile processing department can do that, they can ensure an elite level of patient safety and satisfaction.

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Why Platinum Medical Staffing Stands Out

Platinum Meidcal Staffing

Our roster includes: Surgical Assistants : Skilled in supporting surgical procedures and ensuring operational efficiency. Surgical Techs : Experts in assisting with surgeries and maintaining sterile environments. Sterile Processing Techs : Essential for ensuring all surgical instruments are meticulously cleaned and sterilized.

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Start Your Medical Career with SpecialtyCare: A Path to Excellence

SpecialtyCare

You’ll be working with professionals who value communication and cooperation. This role involves advanced technology and direct involvement in the operating room, providing vital support during complex procedures. Here’s why beginning your journey with SpecialtyCare could be the best choice you make for your future in medicine.

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“It’s a Very Rewarding Field”: Austin McFadden, Clinical MI Specialist I, on Teamwork and Success

SpecialtyCare

I chose this role because it’s a way to make a difference in surgery that truly can help patients get back to their day-to-day lives since we specialize in minimally invasive procedures,” says Austin. “I I focus on] maintaining a good relationship with the staff because I communicate with them regularly and work alongside them all day.

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Effective SPD Management Tools: How to Prevent Problems and Improve Efficiency

SpecialtyCare

To improve SPD efficiency, effective management tools need to be implemented, including training and error tracking, tray optimization, and increased communication and collaboration between the SPD and the OR. The Journal cited a study where instrument tray load decreased by up to 39% thanks to assessment and optimization procedures.

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Single-Use vs Reusable Medical Devices

Trocar Supplies

Single-use supplies are used one time, for one procedure, for one patient. They are not designed to be sterilized and used again. Single-use surgical tools don't have to be cleaned and sterilized after they are used. Each instrument is sterile and ready for use. Each patient receives a sterile instrument.

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