Thank you for your videos! I am currently a medical coder but really don’t won’t to keep going in this field. It’s difficult to find another career to go for and your videos have been helpful! Considering starting a course soon.
Omg! I'm almost finished with my course and you just made me so excited about finishing! These are difficult time and finding a externship has been so hard due to the pandemic
Congratulations, honestly sterile processing is a field where you will learn something new every day. I encourage you to ask a lot of questions. And don't get discouraged because you may not learn all your general instruments in one week or you may not be as fast as others. Take your time. But to answer your question directly, the toughest part COULD be your co workers. The job itself is pretty easy. I hope that helped
Thank you so much for your videos...I'm having the hardess time with the medical terminology and the professional association ...any pointers or books that can help me...Thank you so much
I also had trouble remembering the medical terminology and professional associations. I used flash cards with the medical terminology and I used word association with the professional terminology.
@@SterilizeMyLife I took your advice on this video to volunteer got a interview with the hospital real soon....I tried to apply without any hands on experience and it was a total let down...Thank you for replying back...New Subscriber
I’m getting my resume ready for my ex term ship .. just finished my online course and I’m really scared about taking the state exam .. scared about the medical terminology and couple other chapters.
I'm sure every state and hospital is different, but the hospital I work at often trains on the job for certain positions. It depends on laws/requirements. So check out your local hospitals, apply for entry level jobs such as dietary, housekeeping, etc. And if you're willing to ride it out (usually 90 days) you can then request transfers to other positions that may be willing to train you.
I just came across your channel and you make some good points thank you 😊 I have a question I took my sterile processing class online and just finished it but I’m a little nervous about the final exam they gave me a practice exam but not sure if those questions I took on the practice one will have the same or similar questions on the real exam do you know what’s a good practice guide so I can study it and pass the final exam ?
I know this video is pretty old, but i was wondering as far as the 400hrs needed for the certification. Do you HAVE to go the volunteer route or see if they’re accepting students, or can i also just simply try to get hired with no experience and obtain my 400hrs that way as well? I’m currently taking an online course for this, but they don’t provide externships.
I wasn’t an LPN. However, I was a home health aide. The difference is in the pay, growth in your field, and whether you want to help people hands-on or not. I enjoy doing both honestly.
@@SterilizeMyLife I just want to make the right decision I'm in both groups on Facebook Sterile Processing group everyone seems more happier than the lPN group, the Lpn's complain alot about their jobs.
@@angelaspencer05.73 Believe you can make good $$$ in the sterile processor field...a basic 13 week travel pay contract will be around $18,000 that is depending on the contract and here in Ohio the starting pay rate for a new SPD is $16 per hour
I can't wait to start I'm ready for a new career.
Thank you for your videos! I am currently a medical coder but really don’t won’t to keep going in this field. It’s difficult to find another career to go for and your videos have been helpful! Considering starting a course soon.
Your video was VERY helpful
Thanks for the info! I have been interested in sterile processing for a while and plan to go back to school soon
Go for it! It's a great career field with a lot of opportunity for growth. Good Luck
I'm so grateful this channel exists. What are the hours like? Will I be able to have a regular schedule/ hobbies outside of work? Work/life balance?
Omg! I'm almost finished with my course and you just made me so excited about finishing! These are difficult time and finding a externship has been so hard due to the pandemic
How do you like it?
Your video was amazing!!! You single-handedly answered every one of my questions especially the one if you have the stomach for it thank you so much
Thank you so much for making these videos
Great tips
How long is the sterile processing course is best? Like how many months plz must reply
Great video, where can I get CEU’s for my cert?
I just finished the program and clinical, graduation may 16th can't waitttttt.
Congratulations! Good luck in the field!
I’m starting sterile processing what’s the hardest thing about it
Congratulations, honestly sterile processing is a field where you will learn something new every day. I encourage you to ask a lot of questions. And don't get discouraged because you may not learn all your general instruments in one week or you may not be as fast as others. Take your time. But to answer your question directly, the toughest part COULD be your co workers. The job itself is pretty easy. I hope that helped
You'll learn overtime, don't expect to know EVERYTHING.
Definitely co-workers 😩
@@SterilizeMyLife Can I take online course instead of a classroom?
@@carlabrown5635 yes I did .. Ashworth college online I just finished the course snd it was good
Thank you so much for your videos...I'm having the hardess time with the medical terminology and the professional association ...any pointers or books that can help me...Thank you so much
I also had trouble remembering the medical terminology and professional associations. I used flash cards with the medical terminology and I used word association with the professional terminology.
@@SterilizeMyLife I took your advice on this video to volunteer got a interview with the hospital real soon....I tried to apply without any hands on experience and it was a total let down...Thank you for replying back...New Subscriber
What about the money?
I’m getting my resume ready for my ex term ship .. just finished my online course and I’m really scared about taking the state exam .. scared about the medical terminology and couple other chapters.
Hi want to know what is the normal work hours consist of?
Your video was very helpful! I’m interested in starting a Steril processing career/ but having trouble. Finding a great school, Any Suggestions?
Hey Danielle! Check out my new video I hope it is helpful for you.
Try your local community college, I just completed my program at my local community college
Sazon Man okay thank you, And Congrats 🎊🎉 🎈 to you!
I'm sure every state and hospital is different, but the hospital I work at often trains on the job for certain positions. It depends on laws/requirements. So check out your local hospitals, apply for entry level jobs such as dietary, housekeeping, etc. And if you're willing to ride it out (usually 90 days) you can then request transfers to other positions that may be willing to train you.
jmconant Thank you for this suggestion.
Does anyone know any Sterile Processing Tech schools in Atlanta?
I just came across your channel and you make some good points thank you 😊 I have a question I took my sterile processing class online and just finished it but I’m a little nervous about the final exam they gave me a practice exam but not sure if those questions I took on the practice one will have the same or similar questions on the real exam do you know what’s a good practice guide so I can study it and pass the final exam ?
I know this video is pretty old, but i was wondering as far as the 400hrs needed for the certification. Do you HAVE to go the volunteer route or see if they’re accepting students, or can i also just simply try to get hired with no experience and obtain my 400hrs that way as well? I’m currently taking an online course for this, but they don’t provide externships.
Hi my dear
Do you like Sterile Processing over LPN asking for myself.
I wasn’t an LPN. However, I was a home health aide. The difference is in the pay, growth in your field, and whether you want to help people hands-on or not. I enjoy doing both honestly.
@@SterilizeMyLife I just want to make the right decision I'm in both groups on Facebook Sterile Processing group everyone seems more happier than the lPN group, the Lpn's complain alot about their jobs.
Believe me you'll love being a CSPD, I'm a prior C.N.A aKa STNA, and you can travel just like any healthcare provider...$$$$
@@Sazonman oh wow thank you so much I think I would too over LPN.
@@angelaspencer05.73
Believe you can make good $$$ in the sterile processor field...a basic 13 week travel pay contract will be around $18,000 that is depending on the contract and here in Ohio the starting pay rate for a new SPD is $16 per hour