Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Hobbies and Interests
Accomplishments
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Sarah Mahaney

Sarah Mahaney

Murfreesboro,TN

Summary

Dependable self-starter with a solution-oriented mindset and a track record of effective teamwork. Highly organized and eager to acquire new skills, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment. Strong relationship-building abilities enhance team dynamics. Aiming for a lasting career in education to impact student learning positively.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Surgical Technologist

Advanced Spine Center of Wisconsin
03.2020 - 03.2025
  • Ensured setup and maintenance of sterile field with all required supplies, instruments, and equipment available.
  • Worked closely with clinical personnel to confirm proper items were opened for surgery.
  • Proactively anticipated surgeon needs to improve case outcomes.
  • Revised preference cards to accurately reflect workflow requirements for procedures.
  • Supported surgical teams by assisting with patient prep, positioning, draping, and transport.
  • Upheld integrity of sterile field through diligent application of sterile techniques.
  • Verified that all surgical equipment operated safely and effectively before use.
  • Oversaw ordering and inventory management of both sterile and non-sterile materials.

Surgical Technologist

ThedaCare
08.2017 - 03.2020
  • Facilitate and maintain appropriate setup for case including sterile supplies, instrumentation, implants, and equipment.
  • Supervise and manage the sterile field
  • Anticipate Surgeons needs before and during the case
  • Update and adjust preference cards as needed to reflect surgeon’s preferences
  • Assist with preparing, transporting, positioning and draping patients.
  • Practices and assists others in maintaining aseptic technique and electrical and equipment safety
  • Interfaces effectively with peers and customers and assumes responsibility for professional development of self and others
  • Act as a preceptor to onboard and train new surgical techs to my specialties
  • Acts as a liaison for the Retina specialty line
  • Completes work orders in a timely fashion and facilitates quick solutions and or repairs to all malfunctioning equipment
  • Looks for opportunities to develop self and learn new skills
  • Looks for and suggest ways to improve self and department work flow

Certified Cicerone Tap Room Attendant

Solemn Oath Brewery
04.2015 - 08.2017
  • Employed as a tap room server and private party attendant while attending college.

Master Certified Service Consultant

Lexus of Naperville
08.2007 - 04.2015
  • Effectively serving as a liaison among customers, service technicians and other various dealership departments to ensure all service orders are completed and communicated in a timely and error-free manner (average 15 per day).
  • Thinking critically and exercising sound judgment to recommend appropriate vehicle service, solve customer issues, and provide high levels of customer satisfaction.
  • Expanding and refining a substantial 7-year client base.
  • Exceeding sales goals regularly and maintaining approximately $1.4 million in sales revenue for the dealership as one of the top service consultants for Lexus.
  • Informing clients of sales and promotions in a friendly and engaging manner to achieve high participation.
  • Resourcefully identifying special products while striving to meet customers’ individualized requests.
  • Engaging in professional development opportunities on an ongoing basis for career advancement.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Education

Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA

Associates - General Studies, Surgical Technologist Certificate

Waubonsee Community College
08.2017

Skills

  • Analytical reasoning
  • Sterile procedures expertise
  • Operational equipment management

Hobbies and Interests

Marathon Running, Traveling, Spending time with my family, Coaching

Accomplishments

  • Nominated for Merit Raise and received top marks from peers on annual department review
  • WIAC Athlete of the Week in 2001

Timeline

Surgical Technologist

Advanced Spine Center of Wisconsin
03.2020 - 03.2025

Surgical Technologist

ThedaCare
08.2017 - 03.2020

Certified Cicerone Tap Room Attendant

Solemn Oath Brewery
04.2015 - 08.2017

Master Certified Service Consultant

Lexus of Naperville
08.2007 - 04.2015

Associates - General Studies, Surgical Technologist Certificate

Waubonsee Community College

Bachelor of Arts - Education

Liberty University