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Matt Hester

Physical Therapist Assistant

physical therapist Natchez, MS Merit Health Medical Group
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Overview
Level
Staff
Function
Healthcare
Tenure
5 years at Merit Health Medical Group
Gender
Male
Connections
496
Position in HealthTal Database
  • 75,598 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the physical therapist specialty. Matt Hester is one of them.
  • 277 physical therapists are based in MS (out of 8,898 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • 2 contacts at Merit Health Medical Group are tracked in HealthTal.
  • Typical physical therapist compensation in MS: $66,000 – $111,000 (median $84,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
  • Top employers of physical therapists in MS: Drayer Physical Therapy Institute (12), University Of Mississippi Medical Center (9), Centerwell Home Health (5).
  • 7% of physical therapists in MS hold a senior title (Director, Manager, Chief, VP, etc.).
  • 74% of physical therapists in MS have verified education credentials on file.
  • Data refreshed May 2026.

Public records & verifications
  • Verify against the NPPES Provider Registry (HHS / CMS). Search NPPES →
  • Professional LinkedIn profile on file (subscribers only).
  • Data aggregated from public licensure databases, LinkedIn, and verified employer records. Cross-check via the registry link above.
Education
Mississippi State University
Copiah-Lincoln Community College
Diagnostic Radiography, Medical Radiologic Technology/Science
Copiah-Lincoln Community College
Associate's Degree, General Studies
Skills
Sales Account Management Direct Sales Sales Operations Sales Management Sales Process Leadership Team Building Customer Service Marketing Strategy Cold Calling New Business Development Business Development Marketing Management Lead Generation Customer Retention Healthcare Sales Presentations Solution Selling Business Management
About Merit Health Medical Group
Industry
Hospitals & Physicians Clinics
Employees
20 to 99
Revenue
$1M to <$10M
Office Location
4290 Lakeland Dr Ste A, Jackson, MS
Professional Overview

Matt Hester is a Physical Therapist Assistant, currently affiliated with Merit Health Medical Group, based in Natchez, MS. As a physical therapist, Hester contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Natchez, MS. They have been with Merit Health Medical Group for 5 years. Hester holds academic credentials, including Diagnostic Radiography, Medical Radiologic Technology/Science and Associate's Degree, General Studies, from Mississippi State University and Copiah-Lincoln Community College. Core competencies include Sales, Account Management, Direct Sales, Sales Operations, Sales Management. Merit Health Medical Group operates in the Hospitals & Physicians Clinics sector with a workforce of 20 to 99 employees. Healthcare organizations seeking to recruit physical therapist professionals can use HealthTal to access verified direct email addresses and personal phone numbers sourced from NPI records and professional licensing databases. Direct outreach to physical therapist specialists consistently yields higher response rates than passive job board postings, particularly for roles requiring specific clinical credentials or state licensure. The Natchez, MS healthcare market offers access to a concentrated pool of clinical professionals, making direct outreach particularly effective for organizations building local care teams or expanding service capacity in the region.

Recruiting physical therapist

Physical therapists are in short supply nationwide, with the BLS projecting 17% growth through 2033. Direct outreach to licensed PTs via personal email yields the highest response rates compared to passive job postings.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Matt Hester located?
Matt Hester is based in Natchez, MS. They are currently affiliated with Merit Health Medical Group.
What is Matt Hester's specialty?
Matt Hester specializes in physical therapist. Their current role is Physical Therapist Assistant.
Where does Matt Hester currently work?
Matt Hester currently works at Merit Health Medical Group. They have been there for 5 years.
What is Matt Hester's educational background?
Matt Hester attended Mississippi State University and Copiah-Lincoln Community College.
How do I contact Matt Hester for recruiting?
HealthTal provides verified direct email address and phone number for Matt Hester. Subscribe to access full contact details including personal email, direct dial, and LinkedIn profile.
How do I recruit a physical therapist?
Recruiting physical therapists typically involves reaching out via direct email or phone. HealthTal's database provides verified contact data for physical therapists across all 50 states, allowing you to contact candidates directly without going through job boards.
What is the average salary for a physical therapist in MS?
physical therapists in MS typically earn $66,000 to $111,000 annually, with a median of $84,000. Figures derive from BLS OEWS data, adjusted for state cost of labor. Senior-titled roles (Director, Manager, Chief) and high-acuity practice settings push the upper end.

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