About Us
Our Team
For over 40 years, PEL/VIP has been a trusted partner to healthcare organizations across the country. We create cardio-pulmonary disease management programs and staff development tools that empower healthcare providers to take control of patient outcomes. Based in Oak Lawn, Illinois and serving facilities nationwide — PEL/VIP is your one constant in an ever-changing healthcare environment.
“We are a Family with mutual respect, culture, & commitment to one another.” — Tracy Ashmus | Payroll Manager
Kim Beck lives in Champaign, IL. When she is not working she spends her time with her husband, her dogs Waylon and Willie, going to live music concerts and spending time with her family. A goal of hers is to one day build a house on a couple of acres in the country. Kim is passionate about being a Respiratory Therapist and loves making a difference in her patients lives.
Tracy Ashmus has worked for PEL/VIP for nearly 30 years in a variety of roles. Tracy likes to spend her personnel life with her boyfriend, family & friends.
Christopher Kalinsky lives in North Miami Beach, FL but is originally from Oak Forest IL just outside of Chicago. There is no place he would rather be after work than at home with family. (he swears) Christopher’s favorite quote is “It’s nice to be important, but it’s more important to be nice.” He has worked for PEL/VIP since 1998 and has worked in almost every department over the years. He has many hobbies such as fishing , playing his guitar, hiking in the Everglades, and seeing live music along with many more. His favorite bands today (they change every day) are, The Grateful Dead, Phish, Medeski Martin & Wood, Morphine, and Bob Marley.
Ray joined the PEL/VIP team in 1991 and has worked every position within the company on his way to becoming the COO. He enjoys being part of the creative process and helping to find solutions to fix the healthcare system. In 2001 Ray started a not for profit organization to help raise money for Alzheimer’s and PICK’s disease research. In its 5 years of operation, the organization, Friends of Agnes, raised over $100,000 for research. In his personal time, Ray is an avid scuba diver, loves to listen to live music and enjoys going to concerts
Jennifer Kalinsky, lives in a suburb of Chicago. “Go Cubs!” She is the proud mother of 3 children , 2 girls 24 yr and 9 yr old, and 1 son who is 10. During the Spring and Summer months you will find her cheering from the sidelines either at a baseball or softball field. During the Fall and Winter you will find her in a cold Ice rink, where this proud “Hockey Mom” cheers on both her youngest Daughter and Son !
John Anderson has been the Vice President of our sub acute division since 2014 having previously been our regional manager in central IL & MO. He has a B.S. in Healthcare Administration & A.A.S. in applied sciences-respiratory. John has been a RRT since 2001 and lives in Bloomington, IL but is originally from Ohio. Go Buckeyes! When he is not traveling for work John likes to spend time with his family. John has been running to keep in shape and sometimes he hates it. His favorite bands are: The Grateful Dead, Led Zeppelin, Pink Floyd, Neil Young and Uncle Tupelo.
Marcus Allen has been a Respiratory Therapist since 1994 and has worked with PEL since 2015. He lives in Columbus Indiana where he enjoys spending time with his family. Marcus is an avid outdoorsman and spends much of his off time planning his next adventure. Marcus became a Respiratory Therapist in order to help others. He is a former Army medic where he received his early healthcare training.
Lisa has been at PEL/VIP since 2000. She is a Registered Respiratory Therapist and is passionate about the care of cardiopulmonary patients. Primarily she has worked in the Post Acute Care arena helping in the care of patients after they leave the hospital. She is active with state and national associations advocating for the Respiratory Care profession and quality patient care. Her current role at PEL/VIP is to help oversee Staffing Division Operations as well as market to increase work opportunities for our staff. Lisa loves to garden and travel. She spends her free time with family and friends.
Tanya Ivins lives in Orland Park Illinois. She Grew up in Oak Forest and graduated Oak Forest High School in 2009. When she is not working she likes to spend time with her family. She loves spending time with her nieces and nephews. Her favorite bands are: Bon Jovi, Carrie Underwood, Blake Shelton, Maroon 5.
Nisa Carotenuto lives in Chicago, IL. She enjoys working at PEL/VIP as a Coordinator, she finds it rewarding and feels she makes a difference. When she is not working, Nisa likes spending time with friends and family.
Karen is originally from Historic Pullman area and has worked at Pelvip since 1995 in the role of Coordinator and HR Manager. She is very passionate about Music, Art, Theatre, TCM, History, Science and Travel. Karen is very grateful and devoted to an amazing family, group of friends and colleagues.