2017 Sterile Processing State of the Industry Report
This year's state of the industry report on sterile processing, with data provided through an online survey of ICT readers who work in sterile processing departments (SPDs) and central sterile supply departments (CSSDs), is designed to offer a snapshot of the key issues and challenges relating to budgets, resourcing and workloads, as well as human factor-related issues.
Report Summary
The 2017 Sterile Processing State of the Industry Report synthesizes findings from an online survey of sterile processing professionals with the latest trends and studies addressing key issues of reprocessing performance, patient-safety issues and inadequate techniques to ensure that endoscopes are free of residual bioburden.
Editor's Take
ICT's survey of sterile processing professionals indicates that most personnel seek an improved respect for their profession, additional resources that would help them perform their tasks more efficiently, as well as salaries that match their level of responsibility on the job.
Takeaways for Your Business
- Discover the results of ICT's survey of sterile processing personnel
- Review the major issues facing SPD/CSSD professionals
- Learn about potential solutions to the challenges
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