Daphne Hester

Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant · Ortho Central - Norman Regional Health System

physical therapist Norman, OK

Overview

Level
Staff
Tenure
6 years
since Jan 2020
Gender
Female

Experience

Licensed Physical Therapist AssistantCurrent
Ortho Central - Norman Regional Health System
Since Jan 2020 · 6 years · Norman, OK

Education

Oklahoma City Community College
Licensed PTA
2000 – 2002
East Central University
exercise science
1988 – 1993

Skills

Healthcare Management

Professional Overview

Daphne Hester is a Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant, currently affiliated with Ortho Central - Norman Regional Health System, based in Norman, OK. As a physical therapist, Hester contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Norman, OK. They have been with Ortho Central - Norman Regional Health System for 6 years. Hester holds academic credentials, including Licensed PTA and exercise science, from Oklahoma City Community College and East Central University. Core competencies include Healthcare Management. Healthcare organizations seeking to recruit physical therapist professionals can use HealthTal to access direct email addresses and personal phone numbers compiled from public LinkedIn profile data and public licensing data in the NPI registry. 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 Norman, OK 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.

Position in HealthTal Database

  • 75,598 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the physical therapist specialty. Daphne Hester is one of them.
  • 444 physical therapists are based in OK (out of 12,025 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • Typical physical therapist compensation in OK: $69,000 – $116,000 (median $88,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
  • Top employers of physical therapists in OK: Physical Therapy Central (18), Mercy (15), Saint Francis Health System (13).
  • 5% of physical therapists in OK hold a senior title (Director, Manager, Chief, VP, etc.).
  • 75% of physical therapists in OK have education credentials on file.

Data refreshed November 2026.

Recruiting physical therapist

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Daphne Hester located?

Daphne Hester is based in Norman, OK. They are currently affiliated with Ortho Central - Norman Regional Health System.

What is Daphne Hester's specialty?

Daphne Hester specializes in physical therapist. Their current role is Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant.

Where does Daphne Hester currently work?

Daphne Hester currently works at Ortho Central - Norman Regional Health System. They have been there for 6 years.

What is Daphne Hester's educational background?

Daphne Hester attended Oklahoma City Community College and East Central University.

How do I contact Daphne Hester for recruiting?

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How do I recruit a physical therapist?

Recruiting physical therapists typically involves reaching out via direct email or phone. HealthTal's database provides 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 OK?

physical therapists in OK typically earn $69,000 to $116,000 annually, with a median of $88,000. 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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