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Travis Schugg, MBA
VP Staffing Services
Location: Lafayette, LA
Travis serves as the Vice President of Staffing Services at VHS, steering the company's long-term strategic direction and day-to-day operations. With a profound commitment to fostering meaningful connections, Travis spearheads the cultivation of relationships within VHS, healthcare institutions, and the provisioning of compassionate, adept healthcare professionals deeply dedicated to patient care.
Boasting over 15 years of exemplary leadership in staffing, Travis possesses a wealth of experience steering staffing teams and delivering tailored workforce solutions for diverse healthcare entities, spanning health systems, government bodies, and various healthcare organizations both nationally and internationally.
In the autumn of 2021, Travis relocated to Lafayette to assume the role of VP of Staffing Services at VieMed. Currently focused on optimizing recruitment strategies for VieMed's respiratory therapy teams and fortifying VHS's services for healthcare organizations across the Gulf Region, Travis has overseen a team expansion to 28+, primarily focusing on recruiting to meet the burgeoning regional staffing needs across all specialties.
On a personal note, Travis celebrates an enduring 18-year marriage to his wife, Ashley. Their shared passion for travel has taken them across four continents, weaving the tapestry of a vibrant and enriching family life centered around their family’s love for soccer. Together with their two children, 16-year-old Hannah and 13-year-old Hunter, they revel in the purposeful joys offered by life in Louisiana.
Lindsey Kastner, MHA
Director of Operations
Location: Lafayette, LA
Lindsey Kastner, Director of Operations at VHS, is a catalyst for progress and excellence within the organization. Since joining in 2022, Lindsey has propelled our team forward, championing the continuous growth and refinement of processes, systems, and talent to expertly align with client needs and overarching financial objectives.
With a career spanning over 13 years in healthcare leadership, Lindsey has honed her expertise in practice management, overseeing Emergency Medicine and Hospital Medicine contracts for an impressive 11-year tenure. She has seamlessly navigated various pivotal roles, including Group Vice President of Provider Services and Senior Vice President of Operations. In addition to contract and financial management for her book of business, Lindsey led the recruiting, credentialing, and scheduling functions, ensuring operational success across her region.
She holds a Bachelor of Science from the University of Louisiana - Lafayette and a Master of Health Administration from Louisiana State University – Shreveport.
Lindsey's commitment to operational excellence and her ability to seamlessly navigate the intricacies of healthcare administration continue to drive VHS towards greater efficiency, productivity, and client satisfaction.
Wyatt Anderson
Director of Sales - Nursing, Allied & Behavioral Health
Location: Lafayette, LA
Wyatt holds the key role of Sales Director of Nursing, Allied, and Behavioral Health at VieMed Healthcare Staffing, cultivating valued partnerships and spearheading initiatives since October 2021. His strength is developing invaluable alliances across diverse sectors, including state agencies (nationwide), universities, MSP organizations overseeing labor for expansive hospital systems, independent healthcare providers, and correctional contractors.
Wyatt finds his fulfillment in engaging closely and collaborating with clients, adeptly discerning their pain points and requirements. He excels in innovative problem-solving, client-centric approach, crafting solutions tailored to address unique challenges, and coordinating solution launches in tandem with client leadership.
Wyatt continues to be an instrumental force in driving VieMed Healthcare Staffing towards unparalleled success.
Wyatt earned a Bachelor of Arts in History from Florida Atlantic University.
Erin Alleman
Director of Sales - Locums
Location: Lafayette, LA
Erin, the Director of Locums Sales at VHS, stands at the forefront of forging client relationships while expertly addressing the staffing requirements for physicians and advanced practice providers. Drawing from over a decade in healthcare, Erin blends her expertise in clinical recruitment, practice management, and astute business development to steer the VHS Sales team towards unparalleled success.
Her passion lies in optimizing processes, sculpting consultative sales strategies, fueling revenue growth, and meticulously managing brand identity and marketing initiatives. Erin's commitment to continuous improvement is the cornerstone of her approach, igniting transformative changes that resonate across VHS's sales landscape.
Erin graduated cum laude from Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge with a degree in Mass Communication.
Erin's unwavering dedication to elevating sales strategies and her proficiency in honing client relationships continue to propel VHS towards unrivaled excellence in locums staffing solutions.
Courtney Bleskachek
Recruitment Manager - Nursing, Allied & Behavioral Health
Location: Lafayette, LA
Courtney assumes the vital role of Recruitment Manager at VHS, steering the Nursing, Allied, Behavioral Health, and Education team while orchestrating seamless operations for a multitude of clients. Boasting over 12 years of exemplary leadership, she thrives on crafting, nurturing, and empowering high-performing teams that exceed expectations.
Her unparalleled ardor for our mission permeates every facet of her work, evident in each interaction she orchestrates—be it with our internal staff, esteemed clients, or dedicated providers. Courtney’s innate ability to infuse vigor, efficiency, a sense of urgency, and meticulous organization drives unparalleled results. Her forte lies not only in energizing the team but also in implementing processes that bolster robust relationships with both clients and candidates.
Courtney’s academic foundation includes a BA in Communication from Arizona State University, a testament to her commitment to effective communication and collaboration. Her fusion of academic acumen with a wealth of hands-on experience propels her to architect innovative strategies, fostering symbiotic relationships and propelling VHS toward unmatched success.
Courtney’s relentless pursuit of excellence in team leadership and her unwavering dedication to fostering meaningful connections resonate at the heart of VHS’s unparalleled recruitment endeavors.
Travis Hatten
Recruitment Manager - Locums
Location: Lafayette, LA
Travis Hatten assumes the pivotal role of Recruitment Manager for our esteemed Locums team, showcasing an illustrious career spanning over 18 years in healthcare recruitment. His profound expertise and seasoned leadership within the industry underpin his mission to empower clinicians and clients alike in their pursuit of delivering unparalleled patient care.
Prior to joining VHS, Travis held instrumental positions at Schumacher Clinical Partners, where his tenure as a Master Recruiter and Recruiting Manager for 13 years cemented his prowess in navigating the intricacies of healthcare recruitment. His dedication to service extends to his commendable four-year tenure as a Medical Officers Recruiter for the US Navy, culminating in his retirement as a Chief Petty Officer Hospital Corpsman.
Travis’s academic journey includes the attainment of a bachelor's degree in health sciences from Touro International University, a testament to his commitment to expanding his knowledge and expertise in the healthcare domain.
His multifaceted background not only encompasses extensive industry insight but also embodies a profound understanding of the nuances of patient-centric care. Travis's steadfast dedication to leveraging his expertise for the betterment of clinicians, clients, and ultimately, patient well-being, forms the cornerstone of his impactful journey within the healthcare recruitment landscape.
Allison Aymond, RN, BSN
Clinical Nurse Liaison
Location: Lafayette, LA
Allison Aymond, a dedicated Clinical Liaison at VieMed Healthcare Staffing, boasts an extensive 6-year tenure at the frontline of healthcare. Her expertise spans across pediatric critical care, inpatient and emergency medicine, and outpatient ambulatory settings, showcasing a diverse skill set that enriches her current role.
As a pivotal figure within a Joint Commission certified healthcare staffing agency, Allison shoulders the responsibility of ensuring strict compliance and adherence to organizational policies among VieMed Healthcare Staffing’s contracted providers and healthcare professionals. Beyond her regulatory role, she stands as an unwavering advocate for her peers, providing a supportive voice while collaborating within VieMed.
Armed with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from UL Lafayette and currently pursuing a Master's in Healthcare Administration (MHA) from LSU Shreveport, Allison is deeply committed to delivering client-centered solutions, fostering transparent communication, and nurturing robust relationships. Her mission is crystal clear: to propel healthcare organizations toward success by tailoring staffing solutions that amplify patient care and operational efficiency.
Harnessing her wealth of expertise across diverse healthcare landscapes, Allison is impeccably positioned to address client staffing needs while serving as an anchor of support for the healthcare professionals thriving within the VieMed community.