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Aureus Medical Recognizes 2011 Contract Healthcare Employees of the Year

Our extraordinary employees are what make Aureus Medical Group one of the top healthcare staffing agencies in the nation! We honored our Contract Employees of the Year at a special recognition dinner held on September 15 in Omaha, Nebraska, home of our corporate headquarters.  Congratulations to all of the winners!

Medical Laboratory Employee of the Year, Norma B.

Norma B., Medical Technologist
Norma began her travels five years ago and has since been in demand and valued wherever she goes.  Her supervisors have said of Norma that she is simply outstanding, is there to help in any situation, and is the kind of employee everyone looks for.  She says working in various sized hospitals and learning new instrumentations keep her career exciting.  And knowing that her work has a direct influence on how a patient is medically treated, her responsibility to the patient always comes first. No matter where her assignments take her, she’s an advocate for her field.  On the job, she participates in health fairs and enthusiastically promotes Medical Laboratory Week to those across the hospital organization.  Norma is a true asset to Aureus and the facilities she works in.  Congratulations, Norma!

 

Nursing Employee of the Year, Tia R.

Tia R., Surgical Technologist
Tia has been traveling for four years, three of which have been spent in the same facility.  Her supervisors think so highly of her, they continue to extend her contract.  As the connection between physicians, OR staff, and case managers, Tia keeps the OR schedule flowing. Her supervisors at the hospital say she is so beneficial to them, they view her as a seamless, full-time member of their team who sees the big picture, not just the pieces.  Her Account Manager calls her a standout employee who is always kind, energetic, and goes above and beyond in the workplace.  Tia says the challenges and pressures that come with her role keep each day exciting and the rewards are immensely fulfilling.  We feel priveleged to work alongside someone like Tia. Congratulations, Tia!

 

Rehab Therapy Employee of the Year, Melinda C.

Melinda C., Occupational Therapist
Melinda has been traveling with Aureus for nearly two years.  As an NDT certified Occupational Therapist, helping others is her passion.  Her vast experience and skills are equaled by her patience, kindness, and gentle nature.  She’s a therapist who transforms lives from assignment to assignment and who makes positive contributions to the inner workings of OT departments – providing mentorship and educating teams. One department director called her a “gold mine” and “a great teacher”.  Another commented that she goes above and beyond for her patients, regardless of changes in caseload and hours.  Yet another called her a wonderful addition to their team. Melinda is an amazing example of an Aureus employee.  Congratulations, Melinda!

 

Diagnostic Imaging Employee of the Year, Kym Z.

Kym Z., Ultrasound Technologist
Kym has been working in the imaging field for over 30 years and has traveled for the past 11 years.  Her supervisors praise her skills, her positive attitude, and how she goes out of her way to get to know her co-workers.  One summed it up by saying, “Kym is absolutely the best.” Kym believes there is always something new she can learn from others, yet she’s generous in sharing her knowledge and years of experience.  After three decades in her field, no day is ever dull and she still finds it fascinating.  She knows that helping people, through her work is what she was meant to do.  We are proud to have Kym represent us on assignments. Congratulations, Kym!

 

 

Cardiopulmonary Employee of the Year, Stephanie R.

Stephanie R., Respiratory Therapist
Stephanie has been working in the field of Respiratory Therapy for more than 30 years and has traveled for 8 of them.  Her supervisors remark on her positive outlook, her great personality, and the way she connects with her colleagues.  She steps in, pitches in, and goes the extra mile, always with a smile on her face and a spring in her step.  After three decades in her profession, she says her biggest rewards come from seeing the progress of her patients and the daily strides they make toward recovery.  She knows she’s had a hand in that and it makes it all worthwhile.  We are truly lucky to have Stephanie represent Aureus.  Congratulations, Stephanie!