California's Premier Healthcare Staffing Agency

Meet the Astrya Team

  • Jeffrey Leas | Co-Founder

    Jeffrey Leas | Co-Founder, Partner

    Jeffrey Leas founded Astrya Global in 2014, on the simple idea of connecting trustworthy people with honest employers. “If you love what you do, you will never work a day in your life.”

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    Joseph Ventura | Co-Founder, President & Managing Partner

    Joseph Ventura founded the medical staffing divisions at Astrya in 2017. Before then, he has helped build multiple medical staffing agencies. His knowledge and passion for the healthcare field is unmatched. “You must trust and believe in people or life becomes impossible.”

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    Dave Collins | VP of Marketing & Technology

    Dave has over 10 years of experience in marketing, operations, and production, providing a unique perspective that allows him to drive growth and maximize efficiency within the marketing department.

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    Ryan Gately | Sr. Director of Recruitment

    Ryan spearheads our recruitment efforts with over ten years of expertise in recruitment and account management. Known for his global adventures and renowned status in Pacific Beach, CA, Ryan’s philosophy, "When you try something new, you live life to the fullest," resonates through his dynamic leadership and approach to talent acquisition.

  • Bridget Murray | RN BSN Astrya Clinical Director

    Bridget Murray, RN BSN | Clinical Director

    With a 24-year nursing career spanning pediatric to adult care in prominent hospitals like Long Beach Memorial and UMass Memorial Medical Center. She now serves as Clinical Director with Astyra, playing a pivotal role in bridging clinical expertise with client needs, ensuring optimal placement and support of healthcare professionals in various settings.

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    Janice Nygard | Director of Credentialing & Compliance

    As the Director of Credentialing & Compliance, Janice ensures our healthcare professionals meet all regulatory and quality standards. Her exceptional industry knowledge and thorough attention to detail play a vital role in maintaining the highest levels of operational excellence and service delivery.

  • Sasha Fortna | Director of Operations

    Sasha Fortna | Director of Operations

    Sasha plays a key role in streamlining internal processes, supporting payroll functions, and ensuring our day-to-day operations run smoothly across departments. With a background in financial operations, Sasha is known for her strong organizational skills, positive energy, and problem-solving mindset.

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    Kelsey Mullen | Recruitment Manager

    Kelsey leverages her extensive experience in HR and recruiting to guide our team's talent development strategies. She played Division I women’s soccer at Michigan State, she knows what it takes to work as an efficient team. “Every good conversation starts with listening.”

  • Robert Diamond | Senior Recruiter

    Robert Diamond | Recruitment Manager

    Robert has over 15 years of recruitment and relationship building experience across multiple industries. Robert’s strong leadership abilities and dynamic personality are vital to Astrya’s locum tenens division. From a family of healthcare workers, he has a deep appreciation for the importance of matching a candidate with the right contract.

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    Kyra Chamberlin | Client Account Manager & Recruiter

    Kyra is Astrya’s Client Account Manager and a member of the recruiting team, where she's the go-to partner for both clients and providers. She brings a background in marketing and operations, including her previous role as Astrya's Marketing Operations Manager, where she helped build the company's online presence and streamline its credentialing process. She keeps client relationships running smoothly and connects the right talent with the right opportunities.

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    Michael MacLean | Recruiter

    Michael MacLean, our Hawaii-based Account and Recruitment Manager at Astrya Global. With over 10 years of experience in recruitment and account management, Michael leads our efforts across the Hawaiian Islands, delivering top-tier talent for permanent and contract roles. A family man, Michael also enjoys hiking, golf, surfing, and live events.

  • Maxwell Ventura | Recruiter

    Maxwell Ventura | Recruiter

    With over 18 years of experience in relationship-driven industries, Maxwell brings a proven track record in sales, negotiation, and client management to Astrya’s recruitment team. His background in real estate taught him how to guide clients through high-stakes decisions and build lasting trust, skills he now applies to connecting healthcare professionals with rewarding opportunities nationwide.

  • Madison Schultz Marketing Manager

    Madison Schultz | Marketing Operations Manager

    Madison has 3 years of experience in medical staffing marketing. She excels in expanding online presence through personalized interactions. Her experience will be instrumental in applying her marketing skills to enhance the credentialing process, ensuring efficient and effective management of provider profiles.

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    Jules Foster | Credentialing Specialist

    Jules excels at navigating complex credentialing processes, ensuring providers are properly licensed, verified, and in full alignment with industry standards. Known for her attention to detail and collaborative spirit, Jules makes it her priority to streamline workflows and support both providers and internal teams to maintain compliance with confidence.

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    Tiffany Austin | Credentialing Specialist

    Tiffany is Astrya Credentialing Specialist, bringing a well-rounded background in medical staffing since 2018. A San Diego native, Tiffany has worked across multiple areas of the industry, including recruitment, compliance, onboarding, and provider support. Her diverse experience and attention to detail make her a valuable resource for ensuring providers are successfully credentialed, onboarded, and supported throughout their assignments.

Astrya Global Are Proud Partners with the Following Organizations:

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    Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA)

    Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA) is the global advisor on staffing and workforce solutions. The SIA provides research, CCWP certification, data and support tools that covers all categories of employed and non-employed work including temporary staffing, independent contracting and more.

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    National Association of Locum Tenens (NALTO)

    We are proud National Association of Locum Tenens Organizations (NALTO) members. We partner with NALTO to advocate for our Locum Tenens providers to ensure the highest quality of patient care is being provided as a top medical staffing agency for healthcare jobs.

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    Joint Commission Certification

    The mission of The Joint Commission is to continuously improve health care for the public, in collaboration with other stakeholders, by evaluating health care organizations and inspiring them to excel in providing safe and effective care of the highest quality and value.

  • California Mental Health Services Authority

    California Mental Health Services Authority

    Astrya is partners with CalMHSA to ensure that mental health care facilities and providers across all 58 California counties have the staffing resources they need to offer the highest quality care.

Astrya’s Promise

The Astrya team is a diverse group of seasoned recruiters, dedicated support staff, and passionate leaders. Each member brings unique skills and experiences to the table, united by a common goal - delivering unparalleled service to our clients and candidates. Our team's commitment to excellence and their unwavering dedication are the driving forces behind our position as a leading medical staffing agency in California.

At Astrya Global, our mission is to empower healthcare professionals by connecting them with personalized opportunities that align with their lifestyles and career aspirations. We are dedicated to fostering long-term relationships and providing tailored support throughout the job search and career development process. Our aim is to empower our candidates to succeed and excel in their roles by going beyond traditional staffing services and offering comprehensive guidance and resources for career advancement. We are committed to building robust partnerships with our candidates and clients and delivering exceptional service.

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Specialized Staffing for Diverse Healthcare Needs in California

Astrya Global recognizes that healthcare staffing needs can vary greatly. From locum tenens, allied health, to permanent positions, we provide a broad range of staffing solutions to cater to the diverse needs of the healthcare industry. Whether you're a seasoned healthcare professional seeking new challenges or a healthcare facility requiring temporary staffing services or per diem staff, we have the expertise and resources to meet your needs.

Astrya staffs a Wide Range of medical Specialties

We cater to a variety of healthcare professions, including: