Follow me as I work in a new facility as a traveling Sterile Processing technician, living in my Nissan Rogue
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@veronicarobbins7752 Жыл бұрын
Excellent video, I worked CSPD for 20 years. It's a part of the hospital no one every hear about. Some time it's very demanding, and also very rewarding. You must be able to pay attention to details. The instruments will be used on a patient, inside their body. I feel the salary is to low, since certification is now required.
@southerngirl825310 ай бұрын
I’ve been a receptionist for 17 years and I’m so ready for something new. Hoping this is the field for me
@lordschild6734 ай бұрын
Been in food service forever, worked in a hospital the last nineteen years… Last week I finished my first week in sterile processing and love it, should’ve did this years ago…
@mermaidbabe21224 күн бұрын
I’ve been a dental assistant for 15 years and I just applied for the position as a Sterilization Tech, I’m praying that I get hired.🙏🏾
@bigfish10262 жыл бұрын
I know SPTs that make 1500 a week. It's a good job that few people know about.
@loveetraylor87662 жыл бұрын
What is SPTs ??
@bobmarley72072 жыл бұрын
@@loveetraylor8766 Sterile Processing Tech
@briaw22272 жыл бұрын
If they travel
@MrBosslady1 Жыл бұрын
@@briaw2227 How do you get a traveling position?
@lordschild6734 ай бұрын
@@MrBosslady1 you have to get certified then you can sign up with certain agencies…
@medsurgcutie2 жыл бұрын
I'm going to get certified for this. Thank you for taking us along with you.
@skinnyminnie20032 жыл бұрын
I like how dynamic the responsibilities are. No day is the same.
@miya24700 Жыл бұрын
I just got an offer for an STP position with no experience. This video was very helpful!
@Doctacanna Жыл бұрын
Nice which hospital?
@miya24700 Жыл бұрын
@@Doctacanna Duke hospital
@smile91_11 ай бұрын
Did you take the certification test before applying for the job ?
@thefascinatingfee8 күн бұрын
How’s it going? Do you like the job?
@mademoisellecm12 жыл бұрын
Wow, that was so much fun to watch and learn! Thank you!
@feb2173 Жыл бұрын
I worked in sterile processing in 2006 seems like the pay is better today than it was back then. I enjoyed the job
@Shay4169 ай бұрын
I've seen some great travel contracts, with great pay but it can vary state to state for permanent
@LifeIsGood20172 жыл бұрын
Cool video! I've always wondered about the sterilization process. You're very efficient. Thanks for sharing!
@melissamccarty26122 жыл бұрын
Never even thought about this part of hospital services. But surgical instruments and equipment do have to be cleaned! Interesting. Thanks for sharing and enlightening us who just didn't know!
@LuxLife242 жыл бұрын
They actually have to be sterilized in most cases
@kngbe6 ай бұрын
Thank you Akilah Wonders, your an inspiration!
@fridayomoruyi87482 жыл бұрын
Nice video.. Keep up with Your GREAT Job. I would like to be like you one day as Styrile processing technician. God Bless!
@angelajenkins2 жыл бұрын
I am a 33year nurse and you gave me something to think about!!!! Absolutely love your vids!!!! Keep giving camping vids and you will be BIG in ytube.
@missdesireindependance5194 Жыл бұрын
Great video! They definitely keep you busy!
@svwhett110 ай бұрын
my 19-year-old wants to do this.
@Oldskool_gamer869 ай бұрын
I’m going to take a class for this! This always been my dream Job to do!
@ms.48states3 Жыл бұрын
I Akilah love your videos I’m in Houston, Tex I bought the workbook and manual just started studying it can’t wait to take the test.
@malinda.malinda9 ай бұрын
How was studying and test go for you? Are you an SPT now and was training provided beyond the 400 hrs?
@Chris-bc3zm Жыл бұрын
Crazy how the Sterlizers r so up to date. The ones at my facility r 30 yrs old. Our sterilizer r huge compared to those. Ours look so outdated lol
@journey2radiance7073 ай бұрын
I felt like I was in training with this video i can definitely see you teaching a course on this.
@rsw1beauty2 жыл бұрын
Im paying super close attention to this I’m definitely going to school for this!!!🙌🏾🙌🏾thank you so much for filming this! You’re an inspiration-much love from the 313🙌🏾🙌🏾
@indiawade3872 Жыл бұрын
You honestly don’t have to go to school for this, some hospitals don’t require you to be certified & will help you get certified. That’s what I did ❤
@TheMortalZombiesz Жыл бұрын
@@indiawade3872 is it hard?
@edelineestivenne Жыл бұрын
@@indiawade3872 Really? Which hospital and how to apply?
@lmckinney43032 жыл бұрын
Great Video❤ thank you
@myeshadapisces Жыл бұрын
Great video🙏🏾
@roseannalewis1462 жыл бұрын
Thank You!!
@laceyunstoppable70242 жыл бұрын
thanks this video is helpful.
@MIKA-dh7ee Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video
@Samiyo11 ай бұрын
I am new to your channel. I'm also a CSP Tech. Many institutions are so different. Your wrapping of the instrument set was great. Most hospitals would have had you rewrap that basin though. 😁 The camera loves you,. Keep up the great work.
@sophia2129 Жыл бұрын
I enjoy watching your feed & providing detail of duties. I start the program in May 2023. I’m trying to gain as much knowledge about the program as necessary. When doing the sterile process do you have to wear gloves at all ? Is it required to wear caps on head as well? Thanks in advance
@deepsouthent4285 Жыл бұрын
Awesome, please tag me on all your videos. I'm a truck driver of 15yrs. Looking for a new job certification. Studying now
@cynthiah99442 жыл бұрын
I enjoyed your video! You really showed us in depth of some tasks you do within that job. Also, I have a question so currently there is a part time job that is hiring for sterile processing techs that are non-certified and it says it will provide on the job training. Do you recommend that job to a current college student who is wanting to work in the medical field?
@AkilahWonders2 жыл бұрын
Yes if you want an intro to surgery and medical terminology. If you really want to learn indept you have to be vocal on learning. If not you get lost in the job. I mean I made sure to ingest the in and out of the department. Stayed late, came in early. I asked a lot of questions. I asked about the surgeries and schedule. Basically I worked SPD I DIDN'T let SPD work me!
@blackcaviar81672 жыл бұрын
Starting my new career as sterile processing technician in 2 weeks very informative
@AkilahWonders2 жыл бұрын
Awesome, I am happy for you!! have a new video with other aspects of the job. Check it out! kzfaq.info/get/bejne/fspyZ8mgx6mWYYE.html
@MrBosslady1 Жыл бұрын
How’s it going? I start school 10/3, I need fresh pros and cons plzzzz
@bulganboldbaatar21452 жыл бұрын
Do these buckets heavy? Any heavy lifting? This is the only thing I am wondering otherwise I like it cos no need to deal with patients and feel stressed.
@adisatope992 Жыл бұрын
I subscribed to your channel a few months back. I am glad to tell you i just completed my course. My question to u is, do i need to take the licensing exam first or do the 400 hours before the licensing exam? The second question is, is it easy to get a job.
@petagaypryce1696 Жыл бұрын
You can do both at the same. Sometimes where you complete your 400 hrs have open position so it best to already have your license so you can apply.
@michaelbirdsong196 Жыл бұрын
Ahhh the washer test
@washingtonramirez-my3mx Жыл бұрын
I work spd for the military. I want some more information so I can get certified civilian sector
@CB-so1iu21 сағат бұрын
It seems like a lot steps you have to take. How long did it take you to feel comfortable enough to work on your own without making many mistakes?
@klynn3265 ай бұрын
So you always do this by yourself or is it just the person who gets there earliest has to get it started?
@caribradley9022 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this video! I have been in dentistry for 22 years and am looking for a new adventure. I was wondering if you are still in this field and what hours do you work per week?
@AkilahWonders2 жыл бұрын
I work 40 hours a week. Still traveling!
@sportzzstoryzz1281 Жыл бұрын
@@AkilahWonders how many days will they have you travel for each city?
@MightyDonMega2 жыл бұрын
Great video, thank you for sharing. Do you think a 45 year old bloke can do this job? I’m looking for a career change.
@AkilahWonders2 жыл бұрын
Yup!
@nkaujcualauj63632 жыл бұрын
Are you suppose to be wearing a full ppe in decontamine? Anyways, I am also a CRCST traveler too. All hospitals does tests their equipments the same. Not all hospitals are the same as you mention. Be safe out there. =)
@AkilahWonders2 жыл бұрын
I wasn't cleaning in decontamination just testing, but yes full PPE.
@nkaujcualauj63632 жыл бұрын
@@AkilahWonders I know. No worries just testing you out, lol Its all good.
@josenarez39952 жыл бұрын
Are you allowed to take your phone into decon?
@jadatheprincess2522 жыл бұрын
I’m currently in school for sterile processing, I’ll finish in May 🤞🏾
@AkilahWonders2 жыл бұрын
You got this!
@realChocolateDiamond2 жыл бұрын
@@nosignal9782 hi its a self study course. You can pay for school if you want. Please check out last two video for more information!
@tishawest57692 жыл бұрын
Hello, how long is your class ? The one school I was looking at said 10 months
@jadatheprincess2522 жыл бұрын
@UCuNjn2FkgaVQpVnmQ-B8Z3Q yes you do need school !! Some job do on job training but now the changing things to where you need school & you also get paid more
@jadatheprincess2522 жыл бұрын
@@tishawest5769 yes mine 10 months also
@gr8myndse1622 жыл бұрын
What book do you recommend to buy to study for the exam? I live in Florida. This looks like something I would enjoy...is the salary pretty good?
@AkilahWonders2 жыл бұрын
Hi go to www.iahcsmm.org IAHCSMM Certification for Sterile Processing Technician
@briana_hilmes Жыл бұрын
Can you listen to music while you work?
@shanice42692 жыл бұрын
Currently a dental assistant for 8 years looking to switch to this do you think I would qualify we also process instruments didn’t know if I would be required to go to school for this being that it’s somewhat similar
@AkilahWonders2 жыл бұрын
Email info@caadiamondhealthtech.com
@Island_boyjason2 жыл бұрын
I can’t pass my state test, whatever I learned before covid hit is gone from my head ☹️ guess I’m looking for a class to take again.
@AkilahWonders2 жыл бұрын
I tutor email me
@veronicarobbins7752 Жыл бұрын
Keep studying, go online and pull up the practice test. I took my exam at 58years young. Why because the new people were making as much as me, because they was certified. Some places demand certification. You can do it.
@Island_boyjason Жыл бұрын
@@veronicarobbins7752 been working at northwestern medicine hospital now since then lol
@LadyAvN2 жыл бұрын
Would love to interview you!
@AkilahWonders2 жыл бұрын
Email me caa0430@gmail.com
@LatoyaThornton-wr7ep3 ай бұрын
What are the hours like
@fatimadiallo75492 жыл бұрын
Interesting and I have a question is this job permit to work alone or you work with some people as your video you the only one in the room I love working alone with no pressure
@AkilahWonders2 жыл бұрын
Hi I film before or after work. There is no way I can film during crazy work hours. I try just to show the job and not the facility or people.
@rosedannajoseph196 Жыл бұрын
So u can be a traveler sterile processing and do u like it
@pierce5692 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for sharing! Where did you get your certificate from? I’m currently looking at programs and need to find one that is accredited.
@AkilahWonders2 жыл бұрын
Hi check out HSPA www.myHSPA.org
@kourtney3282 жыл бұрын
Hey you can do online classes on Purdue university. It took the course as well.
@AkilahWonders2 жыл бұрын
@@kourtney328 you can do the Purdue classes
@CleoraAleise11 ай бұрын
Is it stressful??
@Nanise_M2 жыл бұрын
What do your work hours consist of? I recently applied for a SPT position & it says it's Mon-Fri, but they didn't specify hours.
@AkilahWonders2 жыл бұрын
Hospital 24hrs ambulatory center are usually days shifts
@briannagil60782 жыл бұрын
I didn't know there are travel opportunities for sterile processing techs :o
@AkilahWonders2 жыл бұрын
With almost every position. EMT, CNA
@tishawest57692 жыл бұрын
Hello new to the channel and I had a question do you always work alone ? And what would you say is the hardest part of the job if any ?
@AkilahWonders2 жыл бұрын
No but they know I get the job done. Hardest part is dealing with staff and management that do things the wrong way, not the following the standards
@puppy973 ай бұрын
is this a good long-term career and are there career growth opportunities?
@Danilo07177 ай бұрын
Why some hospitals don't care about their humidity and temperature? All the locations I go there is a problem. Joint commission will be on it.
@ImaniAngel-rz5xt2 ай бұрын
Waiting for my exam on 15th of June 😢 few weeks left
@1729NINJA2 жыл бұрын
question are you not allowed to wear under shirts? I usually wear a compression long sleeve do they not allow this? Does anyone know
@AkilahWonders2 жыл бұрын
You are actually supposed to wear scrubs jackets. I wasn't cause it was hot (AC wasn't on yet)
@1729NINJA2 жыл бұрын
@@AkilahWonders correct but like before you put on your PPE under your scrubs can you wear an undershirt
@dannysaurio7 Жыл бұрын
Are you the only technician in the hospital doing these parts of the job? Or do you ever have co workers helping out with the same tasks?
@AkilahWonders Жыл бұрын
Depends I been one woman show to fully staffing
@mexicanchiefasmr3775 Жыл бұрын
Do you work night shifts? I really want to get into this field but don’t want to work night shifts since I’m a diabetic
@Shay4169 ай бұрын
Depends on the setting. Major hospitals run 24/7 so typically 3 shifts, I think some veterinarian hospital or even dental offices have only days shifts.
@225maury9 ай бұрын
I got a quick question , how do you do a washer test in your cartwash ?
@Shay4169 ай бұрын
It's a setting on the machines...for newer machines anyways.
@225maury8 ай бұрын
@Shay416 thank you, I didn't know that wow
@rosedannajoseph196 Жыл бұрын
Do they make 💰 money
@patriciamarin61372 ай бұрын
Excelent video Thank you
@ms.48states3 Жыл бұрын
Did you go to school or you self study
@lourinemoore2340 Жыл бұрын
What school did u go through. ?
@beatriza91152 жыл бұрын
Hey Akilah, so I’m trying to get into the field but I’m second doubts because I thyroid condition which affects my focus and I tend to get tired quickly and I can’t get overwhelmed with things do you think this would be good fit for me? You can be completely honest with me
@jenniferescalera4302 жыл бұрын
Hello, I work at a SPD department as well, and if you get tired quickly and you can’t get overwhelmed I don’t think it would be good for you. At least where I work is a very fast paced. Maybe some other departments are different.
@beatriza91152 жыл бұрын
@@jenniferescalera430 thanks for letting me know, you work at a hospital or surgery center? Yes honestly I do tend to get overwhelmed pretty quickly
@jenniferescalera4302 жыл бұрын
@@beatriza9115 i work at a hospital! and it’s a great career but it has its ups and downs like lifting things are heavy
@AkilahWonders2 жыл бұрын
Hi yes it is overwhelming at time. If you really want to try it I say work night it's slower, or ambulatory surgical center that are staff. The majority of the problem with SPD is staff shortage. You have to choose the best SPD that fits you. Of course Hawaii was the slowest one, NYC was chaotic. My saying is I WORK SPD I don't let SPD work me. If you want me get more in depth email me I love talking SPD.
@nickcastro99172 жыл бұрын
Any recommendations for schooling in southern California for sterile processing?
@hidfigfig2564 Жыл бұрын
can this job be done if you get pregnant?
@cuncon96322 жыл бұрын
May I ask how about the odor? Do you smell anything?
@AkilahWonders2 жыл бұрын
Not with steam sometimes with the Plamsa machines.
@portiankrumah68142 жыл бұрын
I study the book myself and wrote the board exams but the place for me to do 400 hours is difficult for me to get , ls there any help please?
@portiankrumah68142 жыл бұрын
I am in New York
@AkilahWonders2 жыл бұрын
@@portiankrumah6814 can you email me I have some contacts for you! Caadiamondhealthtech.com
@GMNYC2 жыл бұрын
@@AkilahWonders hey I’m in the same situation, can I email you too.
@darleneburris86452 жыл бұрын
Hospital
@melitamailula78892 жыл бұрын
Hi,I'm very interested to be a sterile processing tech, I'm working at the hospital as a Cssd packer what must I do I want to further my studies,I do have matric
@AkilahWonders2 жыл бұрын
Go to www.myhspa.org
@redgyal2681Ай бұрын
Was the CBSPD exam hard
@MrBosslady1 Жыл бұрын
Besides scrubs what other dress code requirements are there?
@AkilahWonders Жыл бұрын
Cover hair, no nails, closed shoes some hospital says no crocs
@rafaelayala9790 Жыл бұрын
I just started this job. I only had 2 weeks of training and the place were I work said I'm ready to go on my own. I feel it's to soon and was just told I need to train myself from here out. What advice do you have on what should I do? I feel like I'm being set up for failure
@HammondsFamily Жыл бұрын
May I ask where did you get your training?? Did you go through a job company or a college?? Thanks!
@rafaelayala9790 Жыл бұрын
I'm currently going through a job at a hospital
@TheMortalZombiesz Жыл бұрын
Would you say it's a difficult job?
@amnadacoerrttll26722 жыл бұрын
Asehy. DVD ym mom
@thefascinatingfee8 күн бұрын
Question: do they poss test you for weed in this position? My son is interested- he is 23 but be is a smoker but says he will stop if this job is all it’s cracked up to be.
@Annie-qt3dw2 жыл бұрын
Please help out. How to disinfect equipment that cannot withstand high temperatures but can be immersed in liquid?
@AkilahWonders2 жыл бұрын
Follow the IFU
@skeys792 жыл бұрын
How much per average does this occupation pay?
@AkilahWonders2 жыл бұрын
Depends I have seen $13/hr no experience to $27/hr with experience
@alfonsoromano73892 жыл бұрын
Is this job repetitive? Just curious? Also is it hard to get into this career?
@AkilahWonders2 жыл бұрын
Yes very much, that is why I travel and keep learning, I apply for various positions within the SPD world. You have to work SPD don't make SPD work you.
@alfonsoromano73892 жыл бұрын
@@AkilahWonders which part of the question were you answering?
@AkilahWonders2 жыл бұрын
@@alfonsoromano7389 sorry both...its very repetitive, and no there is a GREAT need, tons of jobs. Better if you are certified.
@alfonsoromano73892 жыл бұрын
@@AkilahWonders oh Ok thanks, sorry I didn't mean to sound rude and short
@iluvjoucy94832 жыл бұрын
Hi! Just wanna know if dental sterilization tech experience can be considered for the 400hrs requirement to be certified? Thanks!
@AkilahWonders2 жыл бұрын
Go to www.myhspa.org the breakdown is located there.
@iluvjoucy94832 жыл бұрын
@@AkilahWonders thanks😍
@mohamedmuse4982 жыл бұрын
What age do you need to be to get this job? I’m interested in it.
@AkilahWonders2 жыл бұрын
You have to be 18 and have High school diploma or GED
@AngelaAlbertina2 жыл бұрын
You usually have to be 21+ to travel though
@barbour121 Жыл бұрын
Do hospitals hire part-time
@AkilahWonders Жыл бұрын
Yup
@slendhi Жыл бұрын
Is this edoc ?
@AkilahWonders Жыл бұрын
Not sure what that is?
@estherbaah2250 Жыл бұрын
Please where did you had your school
@samuelosei-kusi5875 Жыл бұрын
I'm currently in a school for it. It's taught on zoom
@estherbaah2250 Жыл бұрын
@@samuelosei-kusi5875 Is it free?
@samuelosei-kusi5875 Жыл бұрын
@@estherbaah2250 no it's $1500. Initial deposit is $500. You from Ghana?
@estherbaah2250 Жыл бұрын
@@samuelosei-kusi5875 thank you dear
@samuelosei-kusi5875 Жыл бұрын
@@estherbaah2250 you're welcome Esther
@ac34834 ай бұрын
Did you go to college for this?
@timahawk32203 ай бұрын
No just a certificate
@A.f20232 жыл бұрын
Do u think someone with 000 experince in hospitals would be anle to make it here??
@AkilahWonders2 жыл бұрын
Yes try it just tough in some states
@monicaanderson5266 Жыл бұрын
That wrap......... 😵💫 everything else was good tho
@Shay4169 ай бұрын
Omfg my manager would commit murder if they saw this 😂😂😂 but hey its wrapped😂
@pbizo2x42 жыл бұрын
Great video I just can't stand the music
@AkilahWonders2 жыл бұрын
I can't take it out 🥺
@debramcmillion711 Жыл бұрын
WE Cannot hear you with a mask and music going at the same time
@RatfromNadeaust2 жыл бұрын
Not to sound sexist or anything, but is this a job where they will also hire men. I had applied for many jobs where I then noticed they want girls over boys.
@AkilahWonders2 жыл бұрын
Really...I not sure where you are but the are such in need they take anybody. But men do lean more on the vendor side. Example working for Stryker (they do require to have a degree)
@RatfromNadeaust2 жыл бұрын
@@AkilahWonders what’s vendor side?
@AkilahWonders2 жыл бұрын
@@RatfromNadeaust All the instruments use are not own by the hospital or are specialty instruments. They are provided by the manufacturer and then are loaned to the hospital. We process them for surgery. We call them vendor sets. Because we only process them vendor reps such as Stryker, Nuvasive and other companies are responsible for them and assist in the surgery for surgeon support. If you have a degree you can work just with the vendor company. You don't clean or Sterile the sets, they come in and reset them and monitor the set for that hospital or region.
@Shay4169 ай бұрын
@AkilahWonders wow. Never knew this, is there a video where you go into details?
@armijoseph27 Жыл бұрын
your video was fine but girl, please get rid of that obnoxious music...it was giving me a headache! I would rather not hear music in your videos.
@gloriaheffner61932 жыл бұрын
Please remove the music!!
@AkilahWonders2 жыл бұрын
I noticed that as well. Thanks
@jennataliah71272 ай бұрын
I’m working in the slums. I want to work in a newly built hospital
@__jazzykins__2 жыл бұрын
Such a great video! Applied to a few jobs! Wish me luck! 🥹❤️