/ en Tue, 22 Oct 2024 21:18:31 -0500 Mon, 29 Aug 22 13:59:49 -0500 /education-events/profiles-excellence-cottage-health <p>The Association for the Health Care Environment is presenting a webinar series around the theme, “Profiles in Excellence”. This series highlights facilities that have won the Environmental Services Department of the Year award in recent years. As standouts in the EVS field, these thought leaders will discuss operational strategies and actions that have led to success within their respective facilities.  </p> <p>The facility featured in this webinar is Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital. Cottage Health was a recipient of the Environmental Services Department of the Year award in 2021. The utilization of operational leadership has curated a high-functioning EVS department at Cottage Health.</p> <p>Product Code: 324WB1022</p> <h4><small>REGISTRATION INFORMATION</small></h4> <p>This is a pre-recorded, on-demand webinar available at your convenience. On the webinar release date, you will receive an email with a link to the webinar. This webinar will remain available on-demand following the initial release date.</p> <hr> <h4><small>SPEAKERS</small></h4> <p><img alt="Flavid Montoya Headshot" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="8573dda2-569c-41cd-8cc2-5663cbb606b1" height="162" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/Flavid_Montoya.jpg" width="162"></p> <p><strong>Flavid Montoya, MBA, CHFM, CHESP</strong><br> Manager of Environmental Services</p> Mon, 29 Aug 2022 13:59:49 -0500 Webinars /ahe-demand-webinars-infection-prevention-epidemiology Mon, 15 Aug 2022 10:32:33 -0500 Webinars /ahe-demand-webinars-operations-environmental-hygiene Mon, 08 Aug 2022 14:01:24 -0500 Webinars /ahe-demand-webinars-disaster-outbreak-preparedness Mon, 08 Aug 2022 13:26:20 -0500 Webinars /ahe-demand-webinars-leadership Mon, 08 Aug 2022 11:33:20 -0500 Webinars /ahe-demand-webinars-professional-development Mon, 08 Aug 2022 11:00:41 -0500 Webinars /ahe-demand-webinars-operational-excellence Mon, 08 Aug 2022 09:27:26 -0500 Webinars /education-events/building-competencies-evs-training-and-certification <p>Even with light at the end of tunnel, this year has presented new and emerging challenges as we watch the roll-out of COVID-19 vaccines and readjust to daily life. Gain meaningful insight on how your facility can use AHE Signature Programs to enhance patient experience, reduce infection rates, and achieve positive outcomes. </p> <p>In this on-demand webinar, 91��������Master Trainers will present in-depth information on each Signature Program offered; program competencies entailing infection prevention, cleaning and disinfection, communication, and problem-solving; and the value certified technicians bring to their facilities and surrounding communities. </p> <p>With training and certification through AHE’s Signature Programs, EVS teams can become pivotal resources not only to your organization’s daily operations, but also to outbreak response and recovery efforts. </p> <p class="text-align-center"><strong><a href="/designations/chest">CHEST</a> | <a href="/designations/csct">CSCT</a> | <a href="/cnacc">CNACC</a> | <a href="/designations/cmip">CMIP</a></strong></p> <hr> <h2><strong>Panelists:</strong></h2> <p><img alt="Lea Beach" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="291a6019-7439-47bf-8fd1-b13992435166" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/Beach_Lea_150x150_0.jpg" width="150" height="150"></p> <p><strong>Lea Beach, CHESP, T-CHEST, MT- CSCT</strong><br> System Manager, EVS<br> Mercyhealth Janesville, Walworth, <br> Harvard, Javon Bea Rockton, <br> Javon Bea Riverside</p> <p><img alt="Jim Henry" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="05e58ebb-76ac-4291-ae3e-1c8ce6cfc87d" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/Henry_Jim150x150_0_0.jpg" width="150" height="150"></p> <p><strong>Jim Henry, CHESP, MT-CHEST</strong><br> Senior Director <br> Environmental Services<br> Texas Health Hospital Frisco </p> <p><img alt="Pam Toppel" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="5aa7679a-8a07-4712-bacc-5a4936bfdbec" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/Toppel_Pam_150x150_1.jpg" width="150" height="150"></p> <p><strong>Pam Toppel, CHESP, MT-CHEST, CMIP, T-CSCT</strong><br> Manager, Environmental Services – Eastern Region<br> OSF HealthCare Saint James – John W Albrecht Medical Center</p> <p><br> <strong>Moderator: </strong></p> <p><img alt="Mike Bailey" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="87bfab9e-4d03-470c-a4da-eba573f8ad29" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/Bailey_Mike150_0.jpg" width="150" height="150"></p> <p><strong>Mike Bailey, CHESP, MT-CHEST, MT-CSCT, MT-CNACC</strong><br> Bailey Consulting Services, LLC</p> Wed, 14 Apr 2021 09:09:00 -0500 Webinars /education-events/covid-19-update-variants-and-virus-mutation <p>As the state of the pandemic continues to change, new terms and ideas are constantly being thrown at us. With news of variants, vaccines, and more coming every day, it can be overwhelming to think about, let alone process your role in, contributing to a safer next few months.<br> <br> In this webinar, Dr. Rodney E. Rohde will provide an update on COVID-19, its variants, and vaccination. By attending, you’ll gain an understanding of the factors associated with the SARS-CoV-2 virus variants, including what’s so unique about this virus that multiple variants seem to easily proliferate. You will also assess where we currently stand with the COVID-19 pandemic and what the next few months could look like. The continued uncertainty of our environment can be unsettling, but the knowledge provided in this session will help make it more manageable. <br>  </p> <hr> <p><img alt="Rohde" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="4366135d-7202-49b4-a2f1-5682ec59e3f1" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/R_Rohde.jpg" width="163" height="162"></p> <p><strong>Presenter: </strong>Rodney E. Rohde, PhD, MS, SV/SM/MB(ASCP)</p> <p>Rodney E. Rohde, PhD, MS, SV/SM/MB(ASCP)CM received his Bachelor of Science (Microbiology) and Masters (Biology, emphasis in Virology) degrees from Texas State University.  Dr. Rohde received his PhD in 2010, focusing on Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA).</p> <p><br> Dr. Rohde is the Program Chair for the CLS Program, and holds the rank of Professor in the College of Health Professions.  He also serves as Associate Dean for Research for the College of Health Professions.  Dr. Rohde is also a clinical assistant professor (joint appointment) at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, School of Allied Health Sciences, Department of Laboratory Sciences & Primary Care, Clinical Laboratory Science Program.  Additionally, Dr. Rohde continues to enjoy being an adjunct associate professor of biology in the nursing program for Austin Community College. He holds certifications as a Specialist in Virology, Specialist in Microbiology, and Molecular Biologist from the American Society for Clinical Pathology.</p> <p>Dr. Rohde spent a decade as a public health microbiologist and molecular epidemiologist with the Texas Department of State Health Services Bureau of Laboratories and Zoonosis Control Division prior to his academic career. Dr. Rohde is a member in the prestigious Alpha Mu Tau Fraternity (AMTF) and was named a CLS Distinguished Author, along with his colleagues. In 2007 he received the ASCLS Scientific Research Award, and again in 2014 for his work with MRSA and rabies, respectively.<br>  </p> Wed, 14 Apr 2021 07:26:20 -0500 Webinars /education-events/pharmaceutical-waste-update-webinar-save-money-reduce-risk-subpart-p <h3><span><span><span><span><span><span>12:00pm CST.<br> <em>To be available after initial broadcast on demand.</em></span></span></span></span></span></span></h3> <p>Join us Wednesday, April 21, 2021 for a live presentation describing EPA’s new Subpart P Hazardous Waste Pharmaceuticals Rule and how it can simplify pharmaceutical waste management in your organization while saving money in training, handling, and disposal requirements. We’ll discuss the OTC nicotine exemption, changes in the empty container rules, a potential reduction in generator status, and the requirement for SQGs and LQGs to register within certain timeframes.  Approximately 50% of states have already adopted Subpart P, with the rest following within the next year or so. Whether you are playing catch up or want to get ahead of the curve, this webinar is for you! </p> <hr> <p><img alt="C Smith Head shot" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="26679999-b880-4765-953a-1d62f1801ff6" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/Smith_C.png" width="275" height="273"></p> <h3>Presenter: Charlotte A. Smith, R. Ph., M.S., Senior Regulatory Advisor, PharmEcology Services, WMSS. </h3> <p> <br> Charlotte Smith, R. Ph., M.S. is Senior Regulatory Advisor, PharmEcology Services, a business unit of WM Sustainability Services. She founded PharmEcology Associates, LLC in 2000 and sold the company to Waste Management in 2009.  She co-founded Capital Returns, Inc., a nationally known pharmaceutical reverse distributor in 1991 and for 10 years served as president and chief regulatory advisor.  Ms. Smith is a registered pharmacist who received her BS in Pharmacy and MS in Continuing and Vocational Education from the University of Wisconsin.  She is a member of the Pharmacy Society of Wisconsin, the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists, and the American Society of Consultant Pharmacists.</p> Thu, 11 Mar 2021 08:24:45 -0600 Webinars