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Trista Nickelson

Physical Therapist Assistant

physical therapist Frederick, SD Avera St. Luke''s Hospital
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Overview
Level
Staff
Function
Healthcare
Tenure
26 years at Avera St. Luke''s Hospital
Gender
Female
Connections
11
Position in HealthTal Database
  • 75,598 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the physical therapist specialty. Trista Nickelson is one of them.
  • 139 physical therapists are based in SD (out of 3,172 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • 7 contacts at Avera St. Luke''s Hospital are tracked in HealthTal.
  • Typical physical therapist compensation in SD: $72,000 – $120,000 (median $91,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
  • Top employers of physical therapists in SD: Aegis Therapies (10), Avera Health (8), Sanford Health (8).
  • 4% of physical therapists in SD hold a senior title (Director, Manager, Chief, VP, etc.).
  • 68% of physical therapists in SD 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.
About Avera St. Luke''s Hospital
Industry
Hospitals & Physicians Clinics
Employees
1000 to 4999
Revenue
$100M to <$1B
Website
avera.org
Office Location
305 S State St, Aberdeen, SD
Professional Overview

Trista Nickelson is a Physical Therapist Assistant, currently affiliated with Avera St. Luke''s Hospital, based in Frederick, SD. As a physical therapist, Nickelson contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Frederick, SD. They have been with Avera St. Luke''s Hospital for 26 years. Avera St. Luke''s Hospital operates in the Hospitals & Physicians Clinics sector with a workforce of 1000 to 4999 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 Frederick, SD 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 Trista Nickelson located?
Trista Nickelson is based in Frederick, SD. They are currently affiliated with Avera St. Luke''s Hospital.
What is Trista Nickelson's specialty?
Trista Nickelson specializes in physical therapist. Their current role is Physical Therapist Assistant.
Where does Trista Nickelson currently work?
Trista Nickelson currently works at Avera St. Luke''s Hospital. They have been there for 26 years.
How do I contact Trista Nickelson for recruiting?
HealthTal provides verified direct email address and phone number for Trista Nickelson. 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 SD?
physical therapists in SD typically earn $72,000 to $120,000 annually, with a median of $91,000. 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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