A Year of Impact: Our 2025 Allied Travelers of the Month
At AMN Healthcare, our allied travelers are the driving force behind our mission to deliver quality patient care across the nation. Their dedication, skill, and adventurous spirit make a profound impact in every community they serve. Each month, we have the honor of celebrating one exceptional professional who embodies the best of the allied health field.
This roundup is dedicated to our 2025 Allied Traveler of the Month winners. From dedicated therapists to expert technologists, these individuals have unique stories of passion, growth, and commitment. Join us as we look back on their inspiring journeys and celebrate their outstanding contributions to healthcare.
Meet Our 2025 Honorees
October: Kelly, An Explorer at Heart
Specialty: Home Health Occupational Therapist
Growing up with a father who worked for NASA, our October winner developed a love for exploration from an early age. This passion eventually led her to a career in travel therapy, allowing her to see the country while helping others. Now, she's embarking on a dream assignment in Hawaii, proving that a traveler's journey can be truly out of this world.
“I’ve traveled all over the country and met incredible people. What’s best about AMN is my amazing recruiter, Meaghan Watson!”
September: Tammy M., A Legacy of Loyalty
Specialty: CT Technologist
For six years, Tammy M. has traveled exclusively with AMN Healthcare, building a reputation for excellence and unwavering loyalty. Her dedication to her craft and her strong relationship with her recruiter are a testament to the power of partnership in the world of allied travel.
“I stay with AMN because of my recruiter, Tara Killian. She always goes over and above!”
August: Johanna, A Voice for Students
Specialty: School-Based Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant (SLPA)
Johanna’s story is one of passion and purpose. As a school-based SLPA, she dedicates her career to helping students find their voice and build crucial communication skills. Her work highlights the vital role allied professionals play in educational settings.
Read more about Johanna’s journey.
July: Karl D., Building Financial Freedom
Specialty: Travel Therapist
With eight contracts completed, Karl D. discovered that travel therapy could be a pathway to financial freedom. His journey allowed him to pay off his student loans and explore new career possibilities, demonstrating how allied travel can support both personal and professional goals.
“Thanks to my recruiter Zach M., I’m now exploring where to plant roots.”
June: Brenda, 30 Years of Compassionate Care
Specialty: Echocardiography
With three decades of experience, Brenda brings a wealth of knowledge and a patient-first mindset to every assignment. Her adaptability and commitment to compassionate care show that a long and fulfilling career can be enriched by the dynamic nature of travel.
Supported by her recruiter Elena, Brenda proves that the right opportunities can take you anywhere.
May: Melanie R., A Heart for Helping
Specialty: School-Based Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant (SLPA)
Melanie R. shines as a dedicated SLPA with a true heart for her students. Her work in the school system makes a tangible difference in children's lives, showcasing the immense value that allied travelers bring to communities nationwide.
Meet Melanie and learn her story.
April: Judy J., From Olympic Dreams to PT
Specialty: Physical Therapist
Judy J.'s path to physical therapy began after an injury ended her dream of competing in the 1984 Olympics. That experience inspired a new passion, leading her to a long and fulfilling career helping others recover and regain their strength.
“I was inspired to be a PT after undergoing PT treatments at UGA which dashed my 1984 Olympics dream. I then found instead a wonderful long-lasting career.”
March: David M., Adventure in CT Travel
Specialty: CT Technologist
After his children left for college, David M. embraced travel as a way to combine his love for helping people with his passion for exploration. His approach is rooted in organization, adaptability, and a strong partnership with his recruiter.
“I take my job of helping people personally... Once I’ve fulfilled my duty, I can move on to the next adventure—and I know my recruiter Tiena Adams will find me a new home!”
February: Macarena G., Fostering Connections
Specialty: Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)
Macarena G. stands out for her dedication to fostering connections. As a school-based SLP, she understands that communication is the foundation of learning and personal growth, and she works tirelessly to support her students.
Discover Macarena’s inspiring story.
January: Angela S., Finding Growth in Challenges
Specialty: Travel Physical Therapist
Angela S. started her travel therapy journey seeking professional and personal growth. She believes that facing new challenges is the best way to develop her skills and expand her horizons, embracing every assignment as an opportunity to learn.
“I truly believe the most growth comes from facing challenges.”
Celebrating Our Healthcare Heroes
We are incredibly proud of our 2025 Allied Travelers of the Month. Their dedication, resilience, and passion represent the very best of the healthcare industry. We extend our sincerest thanks to each of them for their hard work and for sharing their inspiring stories with us.
Stay tuned as we announce our November and December winners and continue to celebrate the professionals who are the heartbeat of AMN Healthcare.
Start Your Allied Travel Adventure
The stories of our Travelers of the Month are a testament to the incredible opportunities available in allied travel. If you're inspired by their journeys and ready to take the next step in your own career, AMN Healthcare is here to help. We offer a wide range of assignments across the country for therapists, technologists, and school-based clinicians.
Explore our allied travel opportunities today and connect with a recruiter who can help you find the perfect assignment. Your adventure is waiting.
