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Meet the Fusion Recruiters Attending AOTA Inspire 2026

April 16, 2026

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Ainsley Stewart

AOTA-01The American Occupational Therapy Association is hosting the largest gathering of OT practitioners, educators and students of the year! The AOTA Inspire Confrerence & Expo is on April 23-25 in Anaheim, California!

The AOTA INSPIRE Annual Conference & Expo is the world's largest gathering of occupational therapy professionals! You can expect engaging educational sessions, poster presentations, and plenty of opportunities to connect with people who get what you do. With diverse practice areas covered, up to 19 contact hours available, and the latest research, technology, and policy initiatives on display, it's the one event where OT practitioners, students, and educators all come together to learn and grow.

Fusion will be there, ready to meet you! If you stop by you'll get the chance to meet some of the best Therapy recruiters in the game! Stop by Booth 350 to meet Megan, Shanel, Anna, and DeLaine. Scroll for a quick intro about each of them!

 

Megan Dethlefs

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With more than five years at Fusion, Megan knows what it takes to connect students with opportunities that matter. As student outreach coordinator, she’s your go-to gal as you transition into the working world — answering questions, calming nerves, and cheering you on. Get to know her and see for yourself the heart she puts into every student’s journey.

A few of her favorite things:

  • ✈️ Travel
  • 🐕 Her dog, Tucker
  • 🎤 Live concerts

 “My favorite part of being student outreach coordinator is the energy of students, it’s contagious! I love seeing their excitement and helping them turn big dreams into real career wins.” 

 

Shanel Berry

 

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Shanel has been recruiting with Fusion for over 8 years! Her favorite thing about the job is getting to plan cool adventures for healthcare travelers.

A few of her favorite things:

🤠 90s country

🌶️Spicy margaritas

⛰️ Mountains

🐕 Dogs


"Whether it's your first or 30th year of traveling, I want to hear your story. My main goal is for you to stay with Fusion for as long as possible, and with that comes honesty, top-notch communication, and a touch of fun with our yap sessions."

 

 

Anna McIver

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Anna has been with Fusion for almost 3 years. She works with therapy and cardiopulmonary professionals to help them find their dream jobs all across the country. She loves getting to know the people she works with and helping them find jobs that are truly the best fit...in the best destinations.

A few of her favorite things:

🍸 Dirty martinis

🐕 Dogs

🧘‍♀️Pilates

👩‍🍳Cooking

"I love getting to connect with and truly get to know compassionate and skilled healthcare professionals. Helping them find the right roles and knowing they truly make a difference in locations all across the country makes every day meaningful!"

 

DeLaine Connor

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DeLaine has been a recruiter for five years and with Fusion for seven! What she loves most is building real relationships that often turn into friendships with travelers. She'll want to know how the job is going, of course, but also about the fun you are having between shifts!

A few of her favorite things:

🍹Tito's

🖼️ Waterfalls

📖 Kindle

“I genuinely love getting to connect with my travelers and help them get the most out of their travel careers. From bucket list photos to furry friend updates, it fills my cup to work with people all over the country in all different stages of life. Whether this is your first assignment or you have been traveling for years, I am here to support you every step of the way and build a strong, meaningful working relationship.”

 

They really are some of the best. They’re looking forward to meeting you and hope you feel the same. Just remember to stop by Booth 350 — we’ll be easy to find. See you soon!