Behind every successful healthcare traveler stands a supportive recruiter. Not only do such staffing company representatives tailor contract opportunities to fit their mobile clinicians' needs—from negotiating pay rates and shifts to arranging for comfortable, safe housing—they also gladly provide personal guidance and assistance.

Your recruiter can have a direct impact on your job performance and career satisfaction. Yet, when you establish a bond with this person, it's natural for a friendship based on mutual trust and respect to develop. In fact, many healthcare professionals remain loyal to their travel companies specifically because of their treasured recruiters. For, whether you are on your first assignment or have been traveling for a decade, your staffing agency representative is someone who regularly helps you achieve your dreams.

Since 2003, Healthcare Traveler has invited mobile nurses, therapists, and technologists to vote for their favorite recruiters. And each year, more and more travelers seize the opportunity to honor their trusted agents. In the following pages, we are pleased to highlight the record 72 men and women who comprise the 2007 Recruiters of the Year. They are individuals who approach their day-to-day interactions with clients and travelers with the utmost professionalism and inspire mobile providers to look forward to bright futures on the road.

Tia Adams

"Tia takes the time to call and keeps me updated on new positions. She is very outgoing and like a mother to me when I'm away from home. I believe my new travel career is enjoyable because I have a recruiter who cares."

Terri Amburgey
Recruiter
Axis Healthcare Staffing

"Terri's attention to detail and her exemplary performance reflect greatly on her talents and abilities as a recruiter. She has been very helpful in making my assignments easier. Always upbeat, she resolves issues quickly and returns phone calls immediately. Bottom line—Terri represents the ultimate in professionalism."

Jennifer Beckley

"I have been working with Jen for over a year. She is professional and ready to answer all of my questions. I look forward to traveling for a long time."

Ryan Candela

"As a 7-year veteran traveler, it's important to me that my recruiter is personable and trustworthy, and sincerely cares about nurses. Ryan is that guy. He advocates and informs his nurses about topics of interest. He also adds a personal touch, like sharing photos, to the service he provides."

Jessica G. Cannon
Nurse Recruiter
On Assignment Nurse Travel

"Jessica is simply the best recruiter I have ever had. She is always working hard to find me the best jobs in a timely manner. Jessica is funny, friendly, and very caring. She helps to make it a little easier being away from my family."