A pristine operating room is key to a successful surgery – and that’s where Tawnie Cazier and her team come in. Tawnie is a CSPDT, or Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician.
“I look at little things,” says Tawnie, explaining that she’s always had a meticulous eye. Tawnie never expected this skill to play such a central role in her career – but it’s one of her greatest strengths.
Tawnie is responsible for preparing all surgical tools before the operation, sterilizing them after, and supporting the surgical team if tools are needed during the procedure. Maintaining a sterile environment is critically important in preventing infection. “We are all about patient care,” says Tawnie, “Our goal is to help patients have the best experience possible.”
OR/Surgery Director Jason Ewing agrees. “Tawnie comes to work willing to do what’s needed to ensure the department runs as smoothly as it can. She has a wealth of surgical instrumentation knowledge and is as dependable as they come.”