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Sterile Processing Technicians Keep Each Other Accountable

Sterile processing technician inspecting surgical instruments in a sterile environment.

Sterile processing technicians play a critical role in patient safety — and that means holding each other accountable. Discover how overcoming the MMOB (“Mind My Own Business”) mindset can transform your department and protect lives.

Healthcare Organization: The People Behind HR in Healthcare

Close-up of a hand placing green letters “H” and “R” to form “HR” representing Human Resources in a healthcare organization.

Behind every successful healthcare organization is a People and Culture team dedicated to empowering staff, nurturing growth, and building supportive workplaces. Discover how these unsung heroes shape patient care outcomes from within.

Simplifying AAMI TIR 99: Dilators, Probes, and Accessories, Oh My!

Sterile processing technician scanning surgical instruments in a decontamination area, following AAMI reprocessing standards.

AAMI TIR99:2024 outlines how to safely process dilators and ultrasound probes in healthcare facilities. This article breaks it down into manageable steps to help your sterile processing and infection prevention teams apply the new guidance with confidence. By: Vanessa Frank, Clinical Resource Manager at ASSI The Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI) has […]