Dana Simpson

Detail-oriented Sterile Processing Technician with extensive experience across six hospitals, skilled in instrument sterilization, equipment testing, and recordkeeping. Proficient in operating and maintaining steam autoclaves, performing Dart tests, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Recognized for maintaining accurate documentation and supporting multiple departments to optimize surgical readiness.

Certified Sterile Processing Technician - Ochsner University Hospital and Clinics - Lafayette, LA

(2020-10)

• Performed Dart test on sterilizer and tested ultrasonic equipment weekly, ensuring compliance with safety standards
• Assembled instruments and checked for outdated packages, maintaining inventory accuracy and patient safety

Sterile Processing Technician II - Midland Memorial Hospital - Midland, TX

(2019-04 - 2020-08)

• Conducted Dart test each morning and inspected floors for dirty equipment, ensuring operational readiness
• Verified machine functionality daily, minimizing equipment downtime
• Assisted central supply by pulling items for various departments during downtime, supporting hospital efficiency

Sterile Processing Technician - PARK PLACE HOSPITAL - Lafayette, LA

(2018-09 - 2019-04)

• Ran Dart test in all sterilizers every morning, ensuring equipment met safety standards
• Maintained detailed records of each sterilization load, supporting compliance and traceability
• Inspected sterile supplies and removed outdated items, reducing risk of expired inventory use

Sterile Processing Tech - Lafayette surgical specialty hospital - Lafayette, LA

(2018-01 - 2018-08)

• Cleaned instruments to prepare them for sterilization, ensuring patient safety
• Operated and maintained steam autoclave, achieving consistent sterilization results
• Kept records of loads completed and items processed, supporting regulatory compliance
• Recorded sterilization test results, ensuring process validation
• Checked sterile supplies to ensure they were not outdated, maintaining quality standards

Sterile Processing Technician - Women and Children's Hospital - Lafayette, LA

(2012-08 - 2017-12)

• Cleaned instruments to prepare them for sterilization, supporting infection control
• Recorded sterilization test results, ensuring compliance with safety protocols
• Checked sterile supplies to ensure they were not outdated, maintaining inventory integrity
• Operated and maintained steam autoclave, achieving optimal sterilization outcomes

Sterile Processing Technician - University Medical Center Hospital - Lafayette, LA

(2005-04 - 2012-04)

• Recorded sterilization test results, ensuring adherence to safety standards
• Checked sterile supplies to ensure they were not outdated, maintaining patient safety
• Cleaned instruments to prepare them for sterilization, supporting surgical readiness
• Operated and maintained steam autoclave, optimizing sterilization processes
• Kept records of loads completed, supporting compliance and traceability
• Filled case carts for upcoming surgeries, ensuring timely procedure preparation
• Pulled items for different departments, supporting hospital operations

Cashier/Sales Associate - Walmart - Lafayette, LA

(2003-01 - 2005-04)

• Checked out customers efficiently, ensuring high satisfaction and accuracy
• Maintained a clean work station, promoting a safe and organized environment
• Counted money before and after shift, ensuring cash register accuracy

Sterile processing tech - Sterile processing class - South Louisiana Community College (2025-06 - 2025-09)

High school or equivalent - Carencro High School (1995-08 - 1999-05)