Sterile Processing

I took this video down because I had to re-edit it. I apologize about that. I know you guys keep asking me about it. I no longer work with this facility anymore, I currently work at a different hospital. I’ve been busy with work but definitely more videos to come!

[@uniquegirl88]

I work at a hospital and they have classes for this that is 8 months long. I got accepted and start in August wish me luck!

[@2thang2]

uniquegirl88 that’s awesome! And good luck with everything!

[@uniquegirl88]

2thang2 thank you!

[@LadyYella]

Congratulations girl I hope you pass everything

[@theundead1600]

im doing it online. seems like a decent niche opportunity. good luck to you.

[@mariabradshaw4289]

@@theundead1600 is it easy

[@ericac4160]

And PLEEEEEAAAAASE keep the vids coming! Love to see present experiences, lessons and tips within the field! Congrats you guys!

[@2thang2]

Pisces23 ! Thank you!! And I’ll upload more in the future 😊

[@2thang2]

@Majestic Meno during the hiring process they do a background check so it depends on how severe your situation is

[@minacerra]

Been looking all over for informative videos like this that actually show life on the job...thanks, just subbed

[@yoganimuzikloverwill749]

You have the best videos around. I love how well you angle the camera and include so many details. This helps more than you know. Thank you!

[@2thang2]

Thank you so much. I hope my videos help out!

[@raspberryroses]

Thank you for this. I'm in the SF bay area myself and interested in getting into the field so this was very helpful.

[@TahTah92]

raspberryroses I’m from New Orleans and I’m currently trying to get in this department as well

[@2thang2]

raspberryroses really? Glad this video helps out. I’ll be posting more videos of SPD in the future!

[@amtraktraveler9118]

I was in a Surgical Tech class, amazing how many instruments there were. I also volunteered in my hospital in the SPD department. Putting basins together and setting up case carts.

[@2thang2]

Amtrak Traveler911 it’s mind blowing how many instruments there are out there in the world!

[@milanwrld]

I’m going to school for this soon lmao ima feel important asf in my scrubs 😂🤍

[@2thang2]

Destiny Milan well SPD is an important role in the healthcare world. Good luck!

[@milanwrld]

2thang2 yes I know and thank you 🤍

[@divineokafor3330]

I love wearing that working in the hospital,,I think it’s makes one feel So Important

[@xPostpunk]

🤣

[@stephtikki6594]

Good luck to you and your career. I start June 26 of 2021 it's 9 months class in Texas.

[@daniellat7963]

I hope my future co workers are just as chill 😁

[@zohon25]

Yo brotha, I appreciate the videos man. Thats one dope facility you working at and super chill too. Got 1 more month left of school then heading straight to internship. Glad I get to see how the worklife is like. Thanks brotha, definitely deserve a subscribe.

[@2thang2]

Zo Yang no problem! Hope my videos help out. More videos coming soon!

[@socalbenny4728]

Glad you are liking your job. I am about to start my volunteer work experience next week. It took three months for my background check to be completed by state. My only worry is that I will have a hard time memorizing all the different instruments. I am doing this without official schooling, so I am going in blind, so I am thankful for people like you who show different aspects of the field. Also surprised to find the wage rate in the Bay Area. Its not like that in the Los Angeles area, much lower. Some public hospitals even start at a few dollars above minimum wage.

[@2thang2]

socal benny thank you! Try studying the instruments everyday for at least one hour, there is a lot so try like 40 instruments a day. That’s what I did at school. After a while it gets stuck in your head. I’m glad this video helps.

[@danyelcrossgo9626]

you got thid u can do it i went to school in 2019 right before covid forgot everything started studying my book and passed the exam never got a chance to go to clinicals school did not provide it and i paid for it but i wanna go on the road

[@sooner8247]

That's very DANGEROUS!!!!!! I'm glad you showed video of this. DANGEROUS to not manually clean instruments and just throw them in washer thinking this will thoroughly clean these instruments. You should really report that because that lazy act is dangerous for a patient who is receiving surgery and, a possible lawsuit can happen if there was a bad outcome, like infection from the patient. Oh Jesus! Thank you for the upload.

[@2thang2]

Good catch! Yes you are correct that is definitely not good for the patient, not only does it look bad on the department but it also shows technicians aren’t doing their job correctly. Everything we do in SPD is for patient care, just throwing it in the washer is definitely lazy work

[@prisonmike3605]

Starting school next month. I’m having doubts and second thoughts about this because I felt like I’m getting into something that doesn’t pay well but from what I hear it pays pretty decently. I’m from the Chicago area and most places pay like 18-20 an hour depending where you work at. I’m hoping it’s worth it.

[@2thang2]

Prison Mike I kinda felt the same way too while I was doing this in school. Honestly it does pay pretty good and I’d recommend getting into this program. I’ve worked at a couples facilities and they’re all pretty much the same just different workflow.

[@msbailey-roberson9563]

This video was very informative. I am starting school for this in the next few weeks. I'm so excited. Thanks for showing us a day in the life 😊

[@2thang2]

Ms Bailey that’s great! I hope this video does help and gives you an idea on sterile processing

[@user-bj1ez7wr7n]

How much is your schooling?

[@msbailey-roberson9563]

My YT 1000 dollars. It’s an online school. Did you go to an online school?

[@2thang2]

My YT mine was about $2,800. The school I went to does a lot of hands on training and they actually help you find a hospital where you can do your externship. Hope this helps.

[@msbailey-roberson9563]

2thang2 that sounds well worth the money because I have to find my own internship because I need a certain amount of hands on hours before I can that the test but I just have not found a hands on school here in Michigan

[@kellym6118]

I enjoyed this video!!! Congratulations to you both for finishing the program! I love seeing people move up doing something positive! I’m currently doing some research now seeing if this is something I would like to do. How’s the schedule?

[@2thang2]

Kelly M thank you so much! It’s a great way to get your foot in the door in the medical field. And the schedules depend on the facility

[@tonyasager2921]

I’m a medical assistant for going on 12 years, I looked in my local hospital to see if this job was available, with no certification. And sure as day there was a job opening and I applied and I got it with no training whatsoever so I start Monday and I’m super excited and nervous too because there’s so many instruments you have to learn

[@2thang2]

Wow seriously? That’s great. Congratulations on getting it! Hope you like it. It can be a chill job depending on the hospital. Good luck you’ll do great!

[@jivelydavid785]

How's it going?

[@cruelgrey6332]

Do you mind making a vid explaining A-Z what you would have to do from start of shift to end of shift. Also what is very important to study on before you take the exam.

[@2thang2]

CRUELGREY I’ve been trying to actually but I’ve been so busy at work. I’ll try to upload some videos this month though

[@cruelgrey6332]

@@2thang2 Don't worry about it man, whenever you have time. Keep grinding and succeeding, Bless

[@Shack-lion]

Carts aren’t so silent in my dept. lol

[@Doug778]

For the stress level, constant modules, certification requirement, and being on call not to mention working with some unfriendly people the pay wage for this position was about $5 short per hr what it should be. If you decide to choose this career, I'd suggest classes prior rather than on the job training.

[@flowd7451]

The stress level really??… it is really that bad …. ? I’m not new to the medical at all. I’m used to being a RUG and working under pressure but, explain the stress level to me.

[@aaliyahhernandez223]

It's crazy how people would purposely miss steps when cleaning surgical instruments lol good video though. I'm thinking about getting certified. That music too 😍 DVSN!?

[@2thang2]

It’s a great way to get your foot in the door in the medical field. I personally think it’s a great start. And yeah gotta listen to good music in decon lol

[@tastyappreciation6751]

I wish I could go to America to work and apply the standards that I've been studying, I'm a licensed SPT under CBSPD. I'm from Philippines and still getting experience here. Anyway thanks for the video man.

[@2thang2]

TheMysteriousGuy 67 you’re welcome. Feel free to check out my other videos on sterile processing!

[@carasmussen27]

great video!! I am thinking of taking the Sterile Processing class through Purdue.

[@2thang2]

Thank you! I’d definitely recommend taking this program. It’s a great way to get your foot in the door in the medical field

[@Tay4KZ]

Hey bro, first just wanted to say that I really enjoyed the videos you posted so far. It all seems so interesting & fun. Definitely a career path Im thinking about pursuing! I was wondering if you dont mind if I can message you and personally ask some questions that I have about the schooling, wages, working at UCSF etc? thank you!

[@2thang2]

YaBoi Tay thank you so much! Hopefully this video helps out and yeah no problem man. Shoot me a message! I’m glad to help out!

[@nancyernie2008]

Thanks so much for this video, very helpful looking into this program. Seems nice.

[@2thang2]

Nancy Rose great program to get into! Chill work flow

[@killerx367]

I think I am going to pursue this as a career. I have a few questions. First is how long was your schooling? Second how much is school. Third what is an average salary?

[@2thang2]

Nick The schooling is only 4 months and 1 month for your externship. And the cost for me was about 2k but I have checked with the school recently and the tuition actually increased to 10k 😕The salary depends on where you live, I live in San Francisco so it can range from $30-$35 an hour. Hope this helps

[@killerx367]

@@2thang2 Yea this helps I live in the bay area as well. I am almost sure I am going to try Contra Costa Medical Career College and what schooling cost its 2k about. Have you heard of this College?

[@2thang2]

Nick that’s the school I went to! The sterile processing program at CCMCC was about 2k when I registered. They increased their price now to about 10k. It’s a great school tho I definitely recommend going there and checking it out. You do a lot of hands on training unlike some other schools I’ve visited.

[@killerx367]

@@2thang2 So i am registered and honestly 10k is a lot of money for school and I've never been good at school and I just want to make sure I can follow through and graduate. Any tips to pass and graduate....maybe a tutor you recommend?

[@2thang2]

Nick I’ll be honest with you. I’ve always been the type of person to not like school. I didn’t like studying for anything. You need that motivation to move forward. Study real hard and stay after school to study the instruments and you will be fine. Don’t lose focus.

[@Dirtydollars020]

I like decon.. it’s good y’all really test the cutting. 4.5 and less yellow .. over 4.5 red

[@2thang2]

Ty Lee me too. I personally like working in decon, my favorite part of sterile processing and we do test the scissors for accuracy of sharpness

[@Dirtydollars020]

2thang2 yeah I said that’s good ! You’ll be surprised seeing some stations with no cutting marks after a 8 hr shift lol y’all are some good techs 💪🏾

[@lolaweston1364]

Chill video!! 👍👍 OMG LJ, seems super chill, luv her. Y'all still working there? That red rack for the containers/lids needs to be in every freaking Hosptals decon.

[@2thang2]

Thank you and yeah LJ is cool to work with. We don’t work there anymore. We work at different hospitals now. And I believe that rack is in every hospital or at least should be lol

[@MYNX215]

no phones in sterile storage

[@mimitoure9740]

Hi! Let me ask you. How do you reprocess veress needle? So, we dismantle the Veress needle for washing, but for sterilization we mount it, twist it and put it in a bag and then in a container with the main set of instruments.

[@2thang2]

I personally haven’t seen the veress needle in our department actually.

[@sassiwhatdeycallme3402]

I just interviewed for sterile tech II I think I nailed it.... I'm excited and hopeful to get the job

[@2thang2]

Sassiwhatdey Callme that’s great! Hope you get the job. Good luck! 👍🏻

[@sassiwhatdeycallme3402]

@@2thang2 I got the job just got the call today Sterile tech II I'm so excited

[@2thang2]

Sassiwhatdey Callme that’s great news! I’m so happy for you! 😊

[@kellym6118]

Sassiwhatdey Callme Congrats hun!!!!!! I’m a single mom thinking about going to school for this. I’m not sure if you have any children but do you think this job is suitable for me being as though I have a toddler? With the pay, schedule and overall not too much to do. I hope to hear from you !

[@sassiwhatdeycallme3402]

@@kellym6118 ...I do have 3 teens but it's definitely a great job with benefits and room to evolve.... I'm going in as a tech II with no certificate and the pay is still great with school reimbursement so I will take advantage of that.... As long as you have great day care and a schedule for your little 1 everything is possible

[@tOnySi]

@23:02, the tip still has blood in it.

[@joibu]

Whoa! He just touched the camera with his dirty gloves 🤯🤯🤯

[@angelaspencer05.73]

Thank you for this video cause i was thinking about this.

[@2thang2]

Angela Spencer05 TV. No problem. It’s a great way to get your foot in the door in the Medical field.

[@angelaspencer05.73]

2thang2 would you choose this or lpn asking for myself please

[@2thang2]

Angela Spencer05 TV. Well in my opinion I’d consider sterile processing only because with this job you don’t have to deal with any patients unlike LPN you do. But it all depends on you

[@jadamoman2745]

I want to this but I overthink a lot I don’t wanna be around a lot of people but I feel it would benefit me I’m 23 I just want to find something that doesn’t take longer then. a year because I want to be able to support myself

[@2thang2]

Jada Moman I personally think this would be a great career for you. The schooling for this is only 4 months plus 1 month of externship. And pays really good. Great way to get your foot in the door in the medical field. Plus you don’t have to deal with any patients. I’d definitely recommend this for sure!

[@jadamoman2745]

Thanks 👍🏾

[@jadamoman2745]

2thang2 how many people do you work with? I’m kinda scared of forgetting the instruments

[@2thang2]

Jada Moman well my SPD department is short staffed. I work with 3 people. So there’s only 4 people, including me in my shift

[@aprilwah7023]

I love your videos! I’m about to sign up for classes soon but Are the classes hard? Does it require a lot of mathematics study ? Cause I’m quite bad at math :P lol but I wanna start this career then later to become a surgical tech

[@2thang2]

Thank you! The program for sterile processing tech is not that hard to be honest. This job requires no math whatsoever. Most surgical technicians I know at my hospital were sterile processors before so it’s definitely doable if you plan on doing that. It’s a great way to get your foot in the door in the medical field

[@Taethegemini92]

Hi I really wanna get into this field but I’m concerned I have a back condition and I can’t lift really heavy things. Is there any really heavy lifting involved great video btw i subscribed

[@2thang2]

Not really, the only thing “heavy” would have to be the big instrument sets. Even though there’s a “25 pound” limit sometimes i feel like it’s heavier lol so I think you should be good

[@Taethegemini92]

@@2thang2 wow I wasnt expecting you to reply that quick thank you so much. are you still a sterile processing tech?

[@2thang2]

@@Taethegemini92 no problem! And yes I am

[@danielo5095]

And that playlist is bomb💥😂 since nobody is talking about it I thought I should

[@2thang2]

Daniel Chari haha thanks. That’s why I love working in decon because you can blast your music loud. We also listen to music in the assembly side while we do sets

[@TahTah92]

Daniel Chari so bomb I was rapping like I was there

[@vanessavelasco510]

I just got my certificate a few days ago but I'm having trouble in finding an agency to help me with my externship. I see a lot of people only are doing up to a month of externship, fhe school I went to, in Stockton,CA, said I have to do a year of externship? Anybody have recommendations on agencies that will help me out ? Thanks!

[@2thang2]

vanessa Velasco congratulations on your certificate! And your school told you that?? Usually it’s a month of externship, I’ve never heard of a year externship before. Try calling an agency called “MGA Healthcare” they will help you find a job. Hope this helps!

[@kourtney328]

Omgg this happened tooo meee toooo...now I have to retake the class again because I forgot a lot of the information...I wish you the best!!!😁

[@rosibellizardorosario]

Thank You. Really helpful

[@Sazonman]

Been thier, done that and completed and don't miss it😂😂😂

[@killerx367]

In my 2nd month of school and I’m enjoying it so far.

[@2thang2]

Nick that’s great! Glad you’re liking it!

[@ThatChickKim]

Thanks for this video, because I've been thinking of going into this field, but wasn't sure what all it consisted of or what you do.

[@danielo5095]

I have my board exam this Friday, Y'all pray for me. I'm studying hardddd

[@2thang2]

Daniel Chari study the temperatures like in decontamination and prep and pack. And the spaulding classification. Good luck!

[@danielo5095]

@@2thang2I sure will. Thanks buddy

[@nealmundy9662]

Hey 2thang2. I know this sounds funny and all, but I'm a 43 year old father with two kids and have and own my own business, but its been going down hill lately. I just signed up with Ashworth College (online School) I'm hoping I am making a right choice venturing this way and going into this field. My biggest concern is do you see or work with anyone older than you in this field or is this field really more geared with younger folks? I have always said being somewhere in the medical field is always better choice then not being in it and it being such a high demand field. Any advice you can offer or anyone in this field already, please let me know.

[@2thang2]

Neal Mundy yes I have worked with people around your age, even older as well. I recommend this field because it’s pretty easy and chill, as far as work flow goes it really depends on which hospital you work at. I worked at a couple hospitals because I was a traveler before and there all pretty much alike. Only hospital that was really busy was UCSF in San Francisco. As for pay that also depends on the location. San Francisco for example is one of the highest pay out there. With this job you don’t have to deal with customer service, you don’t work with patients at all which I consider to be a plus. Hope this helps

[@nealmundy9662]

@@2thang2 Thank man for the feed back. I really appreciate it.

[@mariabradshaw4289]

@@2thang2 I'm aswell studying the course work online too at the same online college he have mention . Was the testing easy?

[@mariabradshaw4289]

@@nealmundy9662 dear was the testing easy how was it I'll b starting mine Thursday

[@danielo5095]

Hey bro, the video is helping me alot really. I'm at el centro college rn pursuing the same carrer, it's actually my first week so I hope all goes on well.

[@2thang2]

Daniel Chari I’m glad this video helps. You’ll really like this job it’s a chill work flow. Good luck on the class! 😊

[@angelaspencer05.73]

2thang2 one more question i follow the sterile processing group on Facebook its people that retire from this thats why im thinking about it.

[@preciouss917]

I'm going to school in spring as sterile tech.

[@2thang2]

Awesome! It’s a good job and good start to get your foot in the door in the medical field. Good luck!

[@preciouss917]

Thank you! Is hard for you at the beginning?

[@2thang2]

@@preciouss917 well in the beginning it can seem pretty overwhelming but overall I’d say the job is pretty easy once you know the name of the instruments

[@kittydoesbob1510]

Quick question: If you have a camera that passed the VPro biologicals but, the indicator in package did not pass. Can you pop on the camera which the indicator inside change and use it for your paperwork? Wouldn't you just rerun the load for proper sterilization? Thank you

[@2thang2]

shannon russell if the CI (indicator) that was in the camera did not pass you have to recall it and reprocess it again. If it was in the load with other instruments then those need to be recalled as well. If the CI did not meet the passing requirements then that means the BI most likely did not pass as well. It wouldn’t be safe to use for procedure and it would harm the patient.

[@kittydoesbob1510]

I know it's been long but, thank you for your info. I had co worker did that and was arguing I was wrong for recalling it and also reporting her. CSP dept are first line of defense for patients!!!! Anytime I have opportunity to be a patients advocate I'm call anybody out on it! I don't care who that is. I hope if any of my coworkers see me doing something incorrectly I hope they call me out too. This job is Serious for real!)!!

[@backpackapocalypse4499]

can you be a sterilization tech if you are not that good at reading and spelling words? Or are they pretty strict at having correct words spelled on worksheet or what not.

[@2thang2]

Backpackapocalypse well majority of the hospitals I’ve worked at, there’s no need for writing but as far as reading goes, yes you need to be a good reader. Because sterilizing is the last process the sets go through and reading the parameters is very crucial in SPD

[@staceylynn4968]

What hospital systems will hire you in California without having a years experience after you get certified? Anyone have any leads?

[@2thang2]

Stacey Lynn temp agencies will hire you even if you are fresh out of med school. Agency that hired me was MGA Health Care and hired me 2 weeks after I graduated from the Sterile Processing program

[@staceylynn4968]

@@2thang2 Wow, thanks for the tip. I'll check them out. The class in Riverside charges $2,500, Purdue online charges a lot less. Only problem is they don't place you in an externship. I'm afraid to go this route.

[@rovilynnandres3523]

2thang2 hey I just passed my board exam and I 🙋🏻‍♀️need help on where I should do my externship 🙃 and how it works...

[@2thang2]

Rovi Andres congratulations on passing your exam! Unfortunately I don’t know how you could get into externship on your own because the school I went to actually did it for me. I heard from my coworker that it is possible to find one on your own just a little bit more difficult. Try calling healthcare agencies and see if they can get you hired somewhere since you are certified now. Hope this helps

[@rovilynnandres3523]

2thang2 Thank you!! I live in the bay too and I’m hoping working in SF after my externship. And Actually my externship program orientation is on December I just really can’t wait n just making sure I’ll be good...

[@carlosviray3339]

Hey what’s bro I like your videos bro and I’m 18 years old sterile processing tech and I’m done doing my externship at sequoia hospital now I’m looking for a job if it’s possible any hiring position that u know thanks love your Vids😊

[@2thang2]

carlos viray that’s awesome dude! Congratulations. There’s a couple that I know that are hiring, where are you located??

[@carlosviray3339]

2thang2 Concord California

[@2thang2]

carlos viray most of the job openings are in the city. I know kaiser is hiring in San Francisco for per diem and another kaiser in San Leandro, full time. But since you finished your externship your best bet would be temp agencies that way you’ll get your experience. Most hospitals ask for a year experience.

[@carlosviray3339]

2thang2 Yea I apply a lot of hospital and they always say the same thing u need 1 year of experience Did u go through MGA healthcare agency

[@2thang2]

carlos viray yeah that’s the sucky part. I started off with MGA. Give them a call and they will place you in a facility that needs help. I started working in 2 weeks from graduating med school, so hope this helps. Here’s there number [phone]

[@iamwhoiam5425]

Just finished mine started the 30th of sept done 12/09

[@2thang2]

Trena Francis nice! Congratulations! Hope you find a job soon 😊

[@2thang2]

Fifi Lolo not familiar with new york. I live in San Francisco. Sorry! Try searching for a school nearby.

[@tanyitamccoy-henry3857]

Fifi Lolo look up Ashworth College online, they have a online Sterile Processing Technician program.

[@aviondewitt4001]

Are you allowed to listen to music while working to pass time? Like have headphones on.. TIA

[@2thang2]

Av Lashae it depends on the hospital honestly but usually yes they will allow it. Probably not a good idea to wear those in decon though lol

[@_cynthia_]

Is the area you were working considered I, II or III ? I'm new to this just wanted to what each section meant thanks

[@2thang2]

CynniCindy well when you start off new as a tech you’re automatically a tech 1. Once you hit your two years of being a tech then you’re automatically a tech 2. Tech 3 is a bit different, you would have to apply for this position because tech 3s have more responsibility than regular techs but they do get paid more. At that point you’re a lead tech and have more seniority than others. Honestly it’s just based off experience.

[@diodetanseng7042]

I need a job , pls. Let me know when they are hiring., I have CBSPD licensed but I don’t have experience yet., but I know you give training.. and I’m interested to learn while on training. Pls. Let me know if there’s a job opening for SPt ., am interested., thanks & be safe !

[@2thang2]

Do you live near the Bay Area? There’s a lot of job openings in San Francisco

[@sunshinewai8824]

Did you start with the agency right after school? Did you have clinical experience?

[@2thang2]

sunshinewai8824 yes. You pretty much start with an agency to get your experience

[@lousenorajnlpierre875]

Thx for the video I love this program but is it easy to find job ?

[@2thang2]

Louse Nora Jn L Pierre well in my experience yes. It took me 2 weeks to get hired.

[@rol3219]

@@2thang2 Bro did u get certified first before having a job?

[@2thang2]

@@rol3219 Yes, once I passed the exam that’s when I applied like crazy and got an interview and started working in 2 weeks

[@qwertyqwert2772]

❤

[@oliviasmith1347]

Is it required to go to school to do this?

[@2thang2]

olivia smith yes it is. It’s only 4 months though and 1 month of externship

[@courtleee]

My school was three nights a week 4-9 from October to the end of March. Started extern March 2 and it will be about 3 months-40 hours a week that equals the 4 hours. I went to Rowan College.

[@mrscott6402]

What school did you attend ?

[@2thang2]

aaron scott Contra costa medical career college

[@888xiomarita]

Hi, thank for the video. How much to do make hourly and what state are you in?

[@2thang2]

I live here in San Francisco and starting wage for sterile processing is $35 an hour

[@888xiomarita]

@@2thang2 😱 my goodness, congratulations. Very good money. Greetings from Florida. Thank you

[@2thang2]

@@888xiomarita no problem. And thank you!

[@96NightRider96]

I'vw been doing this a lil over a year now. how do you like your job?

[@2thang2]

96NightRider96 I really like it! I’m almost a year too. Glad I chose this as a career

[@mariabradshaw4289]

As far as with first time taking course work online where can I get some help on KZbin

[@2thang2]

Valerie Bradshaw not sure if there’s online training videos on KZbin. Try searching up sterile processing videos. I’ll try to upload more helpful videos soon

[@kofikofi8874]

Nice... I believe there are opportunities to grow in this field ?

[@2thang2]

Kofi Kofi yes there is. You can become a surgical tech along the way since you already know your instruments

[@yo1human]

Where are you working now? Would you ever travel?

[@2thang2]

eddie lujano I work at Sutter now and yes I would consider traveling because they pay you even more.

[@yo1human]

2thang2 how much experience would you say one needs before traveling? Thanks for your reply

[@2thang2]

eddie lujano depends on the hospital. Some ask for a minimum of six months and others ask for one year of experience.

[@dayanaabdurasid]

Hey how to apply heheee . I worked before in Saudi Arabia for 8 years .I love being Cssd tech

[@2thang2]

Wow really that’s awesome. I love being a sterile processing tech too, can be really challenging at times though

[@dayanaabdurasid]

Yeahh it is challenging and risky at times so be extra careful when the infected surgical instruments but I really doing it

[@ericac4160]

Thanks for sharing! How long is the process to get hired at UCSF? How long was your externship? Thanks! ^_^

[@2thang2]

Pisces23 ! No problem! And the hiring process was about 2 weeks for me. Your externship is a month for sterile processing

[@shawnbuggage9628]

Do you get paid for externship

[@2thang2]

Shawn Buggage for externship you don’t get paid. You just get experience

[@SFCityKids]

@@2thang2 Did you have a year exp. already when you worked at UCSF ? My program is about 5 months with a month of externship after and I really want to work at UCSF MC as soon as Im done.

[@2thang2]

CityKids when I started working at UCSF I had no experience. I was fresh out of school. It’s okay if you have no experience because this hospital accepts new grads and they will train you.

[@katlancy1551]

Is this job good for someone with a bad back?

[@2thang2]

Kat Lancy probably not because you do a lot of physical work. Especially in decon

[@jovanholland36]

Nope!! Youll get a bad back if you dont already have one..can be physical depending where you work

[@lifeofrissa9565]

Was the exam multiple choice?

[@2thang2]

Larissa Mahoney yeah

[@lifeofrissa9565]

2thang2 can you make a video on what’s on the test and what to study pls

[@patrickc7619]

Does this pay well?

[@2thang2]

Rickety Cricket yes this job pays really well. Especially if this is your first job in the medical field

[@christianwatson5615]

sir is the school hard

[@2thang2]

Christian Watson it’s somewhat challenging but I wouldn’t say it’s really hard.

[@venusharris187]

JewelsByChicGemzs

[@TahTah92]

I want to work with y’all

[@jazsmith6201]

How much did you make starting out?

[@2thang2]

Jazmine Smith I started off with an agency. And they pay you $21.50

[@shawnbuggage9628]

In Houston tx that great I just look at job ad paying 25 to 27 with one year experience

[@2thang2]

Shawn Buggage really? That sounds good actually!

[@9290SC]

@@2thang2 wow that's a blessing!

[@shawnbuggage9628]

Is they a lot of overtime?

[@2thang2]

Shawn Buggage at the facility I work at, yes. There’s always overtime

[@mattmelendez7021]

@@2thang2 how much do they start pay of and how high??

[@2thang2]

Matt Melendez the start pay varies around $20-$25. Highest pay is $35 an hour.

[@mattmelendez7021]

@@2thang2 thanks bro because I'm currently in the program and want to make sure to negotiate my pay not to high or low for my interview Friday thanks!!!!

[@2thang2]

Matt Melendez you’re welcome. Hope this info helps!

[@connieblackford6153]

Got sea sick from this video.

[@marvinroblero1222]

Did your school hook you up with the job or is that something that you found out on your own?

[@2thang2]

marvin roblero it was the school who helped me out.

[@richardcranium3062]

Glorified dishwasher

[@g1daniel]

How much do you make an hour?

[@g1daniel]

And I mean you personally

[@2thang2]

daniel message me

[@nykkiholmes4200]

..it’s disgusting how many rules have been broken in this video

[@2thang2]

Nykki Holmes I know lol this video is for educational purposes only 🙂

[@sexywater1064]

Make a omelette without breaking the egg thanks for your video

[@fluffy2dimaxx836]

Thanks a mill for this I'm going to start in February for a 2 month program and I can't wait!! Wish me luck to making it!🤗

[@Knoe-lp2wl]

How’d it go?

[@mixxxothernandez9643]

Why you don’t have CC ?😢

[@2thang2]

Sorry about that! I’ll see if I can update it with CC soon