The State Sterile Processing Professionals Society (SSPPS) has been constituted as a new organization comprised of members interested to elevate the quality and reliability of disinfection and sterilization of reusable medical devices(RMDs).
The approach is based on well-designed studies assessing the efficacy and effectiveness of disinfection and sterilization procedures. The creators are passionate about furthering the aims and goals of the organization.
Vision
To enhance the knowledge exchange and ultimately improve patient care with the involvement of technicians, managers, and other stakeholders.
Mission
To create an environment that supports in making a difference in our healthcare by contributing professionally and personally.
Quality and Reliability
It is routine practice in healthcare facilities to ensure the quality and reliability of devices for every patient by routine processing.
Patient safety
It is important that the reusable items can be safely used on each patient for the designed life of the device.
Infection prevention and control
To track clear signs of progress toward higher quality service, including infection prevention and control.
Technology assessment
RMDs can range from high-risk surgical devices to devices that only may touch the skin of healthcare workers or their patients.
Awareness
To share the knowledge of disinfection practices and the behaviour in order to control and prevent infections.
Competency
To establish the required level of knowledge, understanding and experience to demonstrate competency based on the individuals’ role in the sterilization lifecycle.
Collaboration
To encourage better coordination in the training, testing and development of Sterility. Assurance professionals through a competency framework.
Community
To support individuals in achieving their development goals and the needs of the healthcare community in the field of Sterility Assurance. the field of Sterility Assurance.
Connection
To enable members of the community to build networks in order to achieve their career development goals and the needs of the wider healthcare community.
Career
To create a career pathway for those involved in the sterility assurance and the sterilisation lifecycle of medical and pharmaceutical products.