Rhylee Kerst

Dynamic Physical Therapist with a proven track record at Carle Health, excelling in outpatient therapy, swing bed rehabilitation, and patient education. Recognized for high patient satisfaction and effective treatment planning, I foster strong relationships and collaborate with the healthcare team to enhance functional outcomes. Passionate about empowering patients through patient-centered care.

• Milestone Pediatric Physical Therapy, Highland, IN, 09/12/23, Respite Night Volunteer
• Midwestern University PT Program Admissions Ambassador, 10/22-05/24
• SEASPAR – Special Recreation Association, Valentine’s Dance for Adults with Disabilities, 02/14/22
• MWU Mini Med High School Career Day, 10/15/22

• Licensed Physical Therapist – Illinois, 070028492, 08/24
• CPR/First Aid, 11/21, Present
• Hawkgrips IASTM Practitioner, 06/23, Present

• APTA, Member, 06/21-Present
• Student Physical Therapy Organization, President, 02/22-02/23
• Marquette Challenge Planning Director, 02/22-02/23
• Student Senate PT Representative

• M Street Pediatrics, Oak Park, IL, Early Intervention, Spring 2024, Effectively communicate and co-treat with providers such as occupational therapy, speech language pathology, physiatry, and developmental therapy for treatment of children aged 0-3 years old.
• Loyola University Medical Center, Maywood, IL, Acute Inpatient Rehab, Winter 2023, Collaboration with the interdisciplinary team to facilitate safe return to independence and determine discharge locations for patients in cardiopulmonary, neurological, surgical, burn, and trauma intensive care units.
• Peak Physical Therapy, Aurora, CO, Outpatient Orthopedics, Spring 2023, Evaluate, assess, and direct plan of care for individuals with complex orthopedic conditions, including post-operative, post-trauma, return to sport, and athletes aged 12-50.
• Amita Saint Francis Hospital, Evanston, IL, Outpatient Orthopedics, Spring 2022, Implement therapeutic interventions for individuals with chronic pain.