Taylor Salava
Sioux Falls,SD
Summary
Results-driven healthcare professional with an MBA in Healthcare Management and 10+ years of experience in talent acquisition, sales, and administrative leadership. Proven success in improving operational efficiency, leading recruitment initiatives, and supporting team collaboration. Skilled in healthcare administration, project management, and recruitment platforms including Workday, ServiceNow, Paradox, Yello, and Microsoft Office. Passionate about advancing patient-centered care through innovative and strategic solutions.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Talent Advisor
Sanford Health
Sioux Falls, SD
05.2022 - Current
- Partner with hiring managers to define job requirements and sourcing strategies
- Conduct screening calls, schedule interviews, and present offers to candidates
- Ensure internal equity and recommend competitive starting wages
- Complete end-to-end recruitment tasks within Workday and related platforms
Insurance Sales Agent
Wilcoxon Insurance, Inc.
Sioux Falls, SD
04.2019 - 05.2023
- Sold personal, commercial, and life insurance policies, totaling over $1M in 4 years
- Built client relationships through networking and prospecting
- Led a team of service and sales associates
- Conducted coverage reviews and policy education with clients
Membership Sales
GreatLife Golf & Fitness
Sioux Falls, SD
04.2018 - 07.2019
- Developed membership sales strategies and performance reports
- Promoted club activities and tracked customer feedback
- Analyzed sales data to identify trends and improvement areas
Rover (Supervisor)
Parks and Recreation – City of Sioux Falls
Sioux Falls, SD
08.2016 - 10.2018
- Supervised community centers, sports leagues, and seasonal facilities
- Managed daily reports and deposits
- Assisted with community outreach and staffing needs
Intern
Brookings Health System
Brookings, SD
01.2018 - 02.2018
- Interned under the CEO; coordinated the Medical Staff Development Plan
- Shadowed department heads across HR, Finance, LTC, and more
Education
MBA - Healthcare
University of Sioux Falls
Sioux Falls, SD05-2025
B.A. - Business Management
Augustana University
Sioux Falls, SD05-2018
Skills
- Leadership
- Communication
- Teamwork
- Adaptability
- Problem-solving
- Multi-tasking
- Time-management
- Self-management
Accomplishments
2026 Rogue Hire Elite Recruiter
Timeline
Senior Talent Advisor
Sanford Health
05.2022 - Current
Insurance Sales Agent
Wilcoxon Insurance, Inc.
04.2019 - 05.2023
Membership Sales
GreatLife Golf & Fitness
04.2018 - 07.2019
Intern
Brookings Health System
01.2018 - 02.2018
Rover (Supervisor)
Parks and Recreation – City of Sioux Falls
08.2016 - 10.2018
B.A. - Business Management
Augustana University
MBA - Healthcare
University of Sioux Falls