HTM Insider: Recent Episodes
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HTM professionals are the unsung heroes of the healthcare industry - dedicated team members who keep the ever-increasing inventory of sophisticated medical technology in working condition - safe, effective and ready to support patient care. But this dynamic field is facing challenges, including: an aging workforce, hiring that can't keep pace with demand, "Right to Repair" restrictions, and many more.
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Welcome to HTM Insider, the podcast dedicated to bringing you insights from the heart of the healthcare technology management field. In this episode, Chyrill Sandrini from Multi Medical Systems is joined by Phillip Villegas, a seasoned Navy veteran and a beacon in the biomedical equipment technician community. Phillip shares his passion for organizing impactful networking events that connect active duty and veteran service members with leading companies in the healthcare industry.🎧 In This Episode:Phillip Villegas explains the importance of networking for service members and unveils the upcoming SoCal HTM event. This unique gathering is designed to blend professional development with relaxation, offering a networking day followed by a beach bash.Discover how you can participate in or support this vital event whether you're a job seeker, a company representative, or just someone interested in the HTM field. Registration details and the event format are discussed thoroughly to give potential attendees a clear view of what to expect.Words of Wisdom: Phillip shares a powerful message about the importance of building and cherishing professional relationships. His advice is not just applicable to those in the military but to anyone looking to enhance their career through meaningful connections.🌟 Highlighted Quote: "Cherish the relationships you build in your career... Enjoy the journey and the people you meet along the way." - Phillip VillegasFor more details or to register for the SoCal HTM event, visit the CMIA San Diego chapter's website or find the event on Eventbrite. Interested in more than just attending? Reach out to hello@multimedicalsystems.com to learn how you can contribute or benefit from this event.👉 Subscribe to HTM Insider to stay updated on all episodes and join us in fostering a community that advances the field of healthcare technology management.
Career development as a biomed is a crucial part of growth. In this episode of HTM Insider, JC Newell and Almetha Ford share their experiences with aiding in younger biomeds career journeys. JC and Almetha cover topics from networking, collaboration with other departments, and continued education. JC and Almetha also give some tips for how to build relationships with folks from other departments within the hospital that can help you in your career journey.
Biomedical engineering, Clinical Engineering, HTM and IT all have parts to play in ensuring hospitals are protected against cyberattacks. Join your host Chyrill Sandrini as she talks through the complex challenge of maintaining safe hospitals and the division of labor between all of the different groups involved with patient safety in todays world of IoMT devices.
This is part 1 of 2 of Chyrill's conversation with JC and Almetha.
Join Chyrill Sandrini of MMS on HTM Insider as she talks to Shawn Molloy, the Director of Clinical Engineering at the University of Chicago about training and retaining new employees in the medical technology field, his experience bringing in new biomedical technicians, and gender diversity in the BMET industry.Shawn stresses the importance of expanding job searches beyond traditional candidates, implementing formal training programs, and having new technicians focus on preventative maintenance. Shawn and Chyrill also discuss challenges retaining young technicians and the need for mentorship. They emphasize setting goals, regular one-on-ones, recognition, and accountability. Finally, they share advice for female biomeds to be authentic in the male-dominated field.
Steve Ellithorpe, Executive Director of Clinical Technology Services at Providence, joined your host Chyrill Sandrini to discuss how BMETs and HTMs can prepare for the new wave of technology coming to the healthcare sector, along with the current challenges clinical engineers are facing, including an aging workforce, new cybersecurity threats, and the need for collaboration between clinical engineering and IT.Join them as they discuss all of this and more in this episode of HTM Insider.
AI is the hot topic in the technology sphere, but what happens when it comes to the hospital?Join our host, Chyrill Sandrini, as she speaks with Pete D'Addio, Director of Enterprise Technology at Moffitt Cancer Center, to learn more about how industry leaders are viewing AI's impact on healthcare.Pete and Chyrill cover the challenges, risks, and benefits of implementing AI in healthcare, and what it will mean for the hospitals of tomorrow.
In this episode of HTM Insider, we're talking to Kevin Lynskey, Vice President of Operations at Hero Biz. Kevin has over 20 years of experience in the Biomedical Technician Operations space, but today he's sharing the new Discord community he's helped create.Join us as we walkthrough what Discord is, how it works, how you can join and why you should join. All of this and more in this episode of HTM Insider, brought to you by MultiMedical Systems.
Welcome to another insightful episode of HTM Insider, your go-to podcast for all things healthcare technology management. I'm your host, Chyrill Sandrini, from MultiMedical Systems, and today we have a remarkable guest who is a true powerhouse in the industry. I've been following her incredible journey since 2016 when she was in Fresno, California, and now she manages at least nine healthcare facilities in New York. Join me in welcoming Arleen Thukral, the VISN 2 Healthcare Technology Manager for the New York and New Jersey healthcare system within the VA.
Arleen shares her incredible journey into the HTM industry, where she started with a technical career field program and quickly realized the potential to make a difference by applying various medical technologies. We also discuss the importance of data in the HTM industry, diving deep into Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and their role in steering healthcare technology departments. Arleen sheds light on critical KPIs like preventative maintenance completion rate and corrective maintenance turnaround time, highlighting their impact on patient care and department efficiency.
We explore the intersection of HTM and cybersecurity, examining the significance of tracking unsupported devices and vulnerability patching to ensure the safety and functionality of medical equipment. Arleen emphasizes the importance of quality assurance programs when working with third-party HTM service providers, ensuring that they meet the highest standards.
But the conversation doesn't stop there. Arleen introduces a fantastic team engagement exercise called "Wins and Woes," which fosters open communication within the team and helps identify areas for improvement. This exercise creates a culture of collaboration and continuous enhancement.
We conclude the episode by discussing the future of data in HTM and how healthcare systems of all sizes can benefit from data-driven decision-making. Arleen's words of wisdom remind us to take a step back, assess the most critical areas for improvement, and involve the entire team in effecting positive change.
If you're an HTM professional or someone interested in the field, this episode is packed with valuable insights and practical advice. Join us on HTM Insider, where we're dedicated to helping you stay at the forefront of healthcare technology management. Don't forget to check out our partnership with Tech Nation for CE credits, and we'll catch you on the next episode!
Delve into the fascinating realm of Clinical Forensics Engineering in this thought-provoking podcast episode. Our guest, Matt Baretich, shares real-life insights from his experiences as a biomedical engineer dealing with medical device-related incidents. Explore the process of incident investigation, from securing the equipment to preserving crucial evidence for analysis. Understand the role of HTM professionals in collaboration with risk management and regulatory bodies to prevent future harm. Tune in to this informative conversation and learn how technology and teamwork contribute to safer healthcare practices.
Join Chyrill Sandrini, host of HTM Insider, as she interviews Bill Degg, a healthcare technology management leader, in this exciting episode. Bill shares his journey in the industry, starting from his early days at a home medical equipment company to his current role as a facilities manager. He discusses how he got into the field at the age of 15, his experiences working with mentors who guided him along the way, and his transition from biomed roles to leadership positions. Bill also talks about his role in recruitment and the biomed landscape at Sparrow and shares insights into his current position at John E. Green, where he specializes in mechanical services for hospitals and commercial buildings. This interview is packed with valuable lessons and experiences that will inspire and inform healthcare technology management professionals. Don't miss this episode of HTM Insider!
In this video, Tim Cordes and Shane Cooper from the U of Kansas Health System discuss creating the new biomedical pipeline. They cover topics such as attrition rate, biomedical engineering, and healthcare technology management.If you're interested in biomedical technology management or biomedical engineering, be sure to watch this video! It will give you an overview of the important topics and help you create a successful biomedical equipment technician pipeline.
In this video, we're sharing with you what you need to know about the Omnibus Bill and how to prepare for its effects. This massive bill contains a huge number of changes and updates, so it's important to be aware of everything that's included.If you're planning on being in the health care industry in the near future, then you need to watch this video! We hope this podcast will help you prepare for the changes this bill will bring about!Extra Resources for the Omnibus Bill:The Health Sector Council Website - https://www.healthsectorcouncil.org/SBOM - https://www.nist.gov/itl/executive-order-14028-improving-nations-cybersecurity/software-security-supply-chains-software-1Key Medical Device Security Provisions in Omnibus Bill - https://healthitsecurity.com/news/key-medical-device-security-provisions-included-in-omnibus-billOmnibus Bill a Game Changer for Strengthening Medical Device Supply Chains - https://www.novaleah.com/1-7-trillion-omnibus-spending-bill-a-game-changer-for-strengthening-medical-device-supply-chains/The Omnibus Appropriations Act - https://www.jdsupra.com/legalnews/the-omnibus-appropriations-act-grants-3979873/Medical Device Cybersecurity: Provisions Included in the Omnibus Appropriations Bill - https://claroty.com/blog/medical-device-cybersecurity-provisions-included-in-omnibus-appropriations-bill
Have you thought about continuing your education as a biomed? Angela Bennett, CHTM, Sr. Site Manager at TRIMEDX, joins us to talk about why you should consider getting a higher certification, how to do it, and what resources are available to you. Join us as we discuss all this and more on the latest episode of HTM Insider
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For more resources or information on becoming a CBET, go to https://www.aami.org/
Are you in the Gulf Coast? Join us and the FBS at their annual symposium, held at the Grand Floridian from December 2nd to 4th!
Admission is free, and you can select your classes and set up your schedule using the information at https://fbsonline.net/
The attrition rate in the biomed/HTM industry is high, but Mayra Becerra, the BioMed Girl, is bringing the industry to the next generation with her YouTube and social media channels.
Check out Mayra's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheBioMedGirl
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It's critical to find amazing networking opportunities in the Biomed world - with CMIA Connect 2022 right around the corner, your host Chyrill Sandrini sits down with Jennifer Nichols, Division VP at TRIMEDIX, and Karie Heiselt, Managing Member at QRS Solutions, to talk about the wonderful opportunities to meet other biomeds, learn from others in the industry, and get some financial aid for continued education.
Tune in to learn more.
What does the hospital of the future look like? Can a bed talk to a whiteboard? What does it mean to have interconnected technology in the hospital?
Richard Reamer, Clincal Engineering Regional Program Manager, CHTM at McLaren Health Care joined us to discuss all these questions and more on this episode of HTM Insider.
Want to connect with Richard Reamer? Find him on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rich-reamer-chtm-cpi-50106533/
The Biomed industry is facing a very real aging workforce problem. How can folks get the word out for the industry?
Bryan Hawkins Sr., host of Biomed on The Line, and Chace Torres, CHTM, host of Bearded Biomed, joined us on HTM Insider to talk about the challenges facing the industry, how they are getting the word out about the industry, and their words of wisdom for young folks looking at getting into the Biomed industry.
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Check out Biomed on the Line on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/52b1gg6zqYSVncZdBFXaZJ?si=db8a4097caa24913
Check out Bearded Biomed on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1sVm2TNrZcfbWpaUdvgs8D?si=5e2ec3e6bf2a4770
Burnout is very real. Long shifts, covering for coworkers that are out, and working through legislative difficulties have all been realities for BMETs in the past few years.
Colleen Haugen-Ortiz, career BMET and HTM Quality Specialist at GE Healthcare, joined us to talk about burnout in the HTM industry, what it looks like, as well as some strategies to avoid burnout.
Learn more about MMS at https://multimedicalsystems.com/
The HTM field is facing a human problem - how can we as an industry attract new and rising talent?
Danielle McGeary of AAMI joined us to explain how AAMI is combating the pipeline problems and bringing in fresh faces to the industry.
We sat down with Brian Dolan of Bayhealth to talk to him about how he and his team are pioneering the future of Clinical Engineering through a new role, allowing for more strategic decision making and efficient use of the BMET team's time.
What is MD Expo? Should you attend? What can you expect if you do attend?
Kristin Leavoy of MD Publishing joined us to give us some insight.
The Right-to-Repair has been a hotly debated topic in the past few years. Today, we chat with Mark Newell, Director of Operations Support at Advocate Aurora Health, and explore what losing the right to repair means for hospitals, the benefits of maintenance in-house, and how you can help in the fight for the right to repair.
When you start off as a BMET, it can be hard to know how to move up or what skills to have.
Chyrill Sandrini of Multimedical Systems sat down with Chris Nowak of UHS to discuss his experience from being a young biomed to his position today of Senior Director, Information Services, Healthcare Technology Management at UHS.
Listen along and find out how you can provide value to your employer, climb up the organizational ladder, and ultimately become the best BMET you can be.
It's not a secret: Health tech is increasing in complexity at a rapid rate. Because of this, it can be harder and harder for end users to understand the difference between IT and Biomed.
Nader Hammoud, Integrated Manager of Healthcare Technology at John Muir Health, joins us today to explain why a good relationship between Biomed and IT is essential to serve the end user, and ultimately, for patient care.
What is a BMET? How do you become one? And once you are a BMET, how do you ensure you're bringing value to your workplace?
Join us as we chat with Monty Gonzales, President of CBET, as he answers all these questions and more.
Ben Scoggin explains why being consistent and rigorous in that consistency will hand BMETs the right to repair without a fight.
If you'd like to view the full video interview, head to multimedicalsystems.com
If you'd like to watch the full video interview, please head over to multimedicalsystems.com
The Right to Repair has undoubtedly had an effect on patient care. Perry Kirwan shares his perspective, as VP of Technology Management at Banner Health, on the Right to Repair.
Chyrill and Perry will cover the results of restrictive repair, the place he starts from when making a decision about repair and purchasing of equipment, and what he thinks the OEMs and HTMs need to do to move forward with a fair and efficient repair model.
How can a single BMET help Right to Repair efforts happening throughout the country?
Kevin O'Reilly, Right to Repair Advocate at U.S. PIRG joined us, and shared information on how BMETs can help, why Right to Repair is important, and some numbers collected during the peak of the pandemic as it relates to Right to Repair.
Join us as we discuss this and more with him on HTM Insider.
Watch the full video interview - https://youtu.be/8IvvkVYP4nE
Send a message to your state legislator - https://uspirg.webaction.org/p/dia/action4/common/public/?action_KEY=24472&_ga=2.19977976.1113227524.1617745211-447790492.1614725334
Tell your story, email Kevin - koreilly@pirg.org
Learn more and Reach out to the movement - [Your State].repair.org
HTM Insider covers a wide range of topics relevant to the HTM and BMET Community, including Right to Repair restrictions, a shrinking workforce with increasing demand, an aging workforce, and much more.