Tammie Anderson
Miami,FL
Summary
Concorde Career College | Miramar, Florida
Graduation September 2026 | A.A.S Surgical Technology
Overview
1
1
Certification
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Officer
Miami Dade Corrections and Rehabilitation Dept.
Miami, Florida
03.1993 - 09.2021
- Conducted regular inspections of facilities to identify security breaches and safety hazards, enhancing overall safety.
- Supervised inmate activities within designated areas, maintaining safety and compliance standards.
- Administered first aid for injuries or illnesses sustained by inmates under supervision, ensuring prompt medical attention.
Education
Associate of Science - Surgical Technology
Concorde Career College
Miramar, FL09-2026
Skills
- Surgical Technology Clinical Externship- Cleveland Clinic, Weston April 2026- September 2026
- Worked closely with surgeons, anesthesia personnel, registered nurses, and other perioperative staff to facilitate coordinated and safe patient care
- Supported the surgical team with patient positioning, sterile draping, instrument handling, and operating room turnover to maintain an organized and efficient workflow
- Established and maintained sterile technique throughout procedures, following surgical asepsis standards to minimize contamination and promote patient safety
- Performed surgical hand scrubs and assisted team members with proper sterile gowning and gloving in accordance with facility protocols
- Performed accurate counts of instruments, sponges, and sharps before, during, and after procedures in accordance with patient safety and facility guidelines
- Prepared operating rooms for a variety of surgical cases by reviewing surgeon preference cards and ensuring all necessary instruments, equipment, and supplies were available
Certification
- Association of Surgical Technologist (AST) member
- Basic Life Support (BLS) current
- Davinci Robot Certified
Timeline
Correctional Officer
Miami Dade Corrections and Rehabilitation Dept.
03.1993 - 09.2021
Associate of Science - Surgical Technology
Concorde Career College