Melissa Cates

Physical Therapist ยท Ascension

physical therapist Detroit

Overview

Level
Staff
Function
Healthcare
Gender
Female

Experience

Physical TherapistCurrent
Ascension
Detroit

About Ascension

Industry
Business Services
Employees
5000+
Revenue
$100M to <$1B
Office Location
5151 N 9th Ave, Pensacola, FL

Professional Overview

Melissa Cates is a Physical Therapist, currently affiliated with Ascension, based in Detroit. As a physical therapist, Cates contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Detroit. Ascension operates in the Business Services sector with a workforce of 5000+ employees. 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.

Position in HealthTal Database

  • 75,598 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the physical therapist specialty. Melissa Cates is one of them.
  • 4,358 contacts at Ascension are tracked in HealthTal.

Data refreshed November 2026.

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 Melissa Cates located?

Melissa Cates is based in Detroit. They are currently affiliated with Ascension.

What is Melissa Cates's specialty?

Melissa Cates specializes in physical therapist. Their current role is Physical Therapist.

Where does Melissa Cates currently work?

Melissa Cates currently works at Ascension.

How do I contact Melissa Cates 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 the United States?

physical therapists in the United States typically earn $78,000 to $130,000 annually, with a median of $99,000. 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.