Chris Kersten

Tactical Physical Therapist · United States Air Force

physical therapist Abilene, KS

Overview

Level
Staff
Tenure
9 years
since Jun 2017
Gender
Male

Experience

Tactical Physical TherapistCurrent
United States Air Force
Since Jun 2017 · 9 years · Abilene, KS

Education

Southwest Baptist University
2012 – 2015
Louisiana Tech University
2005 – 2010

Skills

Sports Medicine Exercise Instruction Exercise Prescription Sports Nutrition Sports Injuries Coaching Baseball Physical Therapy Rehab Anatomy Strength Training Athletics Exercise Physiology Fitness Rehabilitation Injury Prevention Healthcare Microsoft Office Public Speaking Cpr Certified

About United States Air Force

Industry
Government
Employees
1 to 19
Revenue
<$1M
Website

Professional Overview

Chris Kersten is a Tactical Physical Therapist, currently affiliated with United States Air Force, based in Abilene, KS. As a physical therapist, Kersten contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Abilene, KS. They have been with United States Air Force for 9 years. Kersten holds academic credentials from Southwest Baptist University and Louisiana Tech University. Core competencies include Sports Medicine, Exercise Instruction, Exercise Prescription, Sports Nutrition, Sports Injuries. United States Air Force operates in the Government sector with a workforce of 1 to 19 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. The Abilene, KS 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. Chris Kersten is one of them.
  • 575 physical therapists are based in KS (out of 13,298 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • 1,231 contacts at United States Air Force are tracked in HealthTal.
  • Typical physical therapist compensation in KS: $72,000 – $120,000 (median $91,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
  • Top employers of physical therapists in KS: The University Of Kansas Health System (12), Advanced Physical Therapy (10), Via Christi Health (9).
  • 7% of physical therapists in KS hold a senior title (Director, Manager, Chief, VP, etc.).
  • 77% of physical therapists in KS have education credentials on file.

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 Chris Kersten located?

Chris Kersten is based in Abilene, KS. They are currently affiliated with United States Air Force.

What is Chris Kersten's specialty?

Chris Kersten specializes in physical therapist. Their current role is Tactical Physical Therapist.

Where does Chris Kersten currently work?

Chris Kersten currently works at United States Air Force. They have been there for 9 years.

What is Chris Kersten's educational background?

Chris Kersten attended Southwest Baptist University and Louisiana Tech University.

How do I contact Chris Kersten 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 KS?

physical therapists in KS 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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