Kela Belson II

Accomplished healthcare operations executive with more than 11 years of leadership managing multi-site rehabilitation operations, regulatory compliance, quality improvement, and strategic business operations. Directed rehabilitation services across three LTAC hospitals and two inpatient rehabilitation hospitals supporting 62 rehabilitation beds while leading teams of more than 20 employees. Founder and CEO of Essential Diagnostic Transport LLC and Air Force Reserve veteran with a Top Secret Security Clearance.

Founder & Chief Executive Officer at Essential Diagnostic Transport LLC (2026-02 – Present)

Provide executive leadership for a healthcare logistics company specializing in secure, HIPAA-compliant transportation services for hospitals, laboratories, physician practices, pharmacies, rehabilitation facilities, and long-term care providers.

• Direct strategic planning, business development, financial oversight, and daily operations to support sustainable company growth.
• Oversee the secure transportation of medical specimens, pharmaceuticals, diagnostic materials, medical records, and other time-sensitive healthcare items.
• Develop and implement standardized operating procedures, chain-of-custody protocols, and quality assurance processes.
• Coordinate STAT, scheduled, and priority delivery services while meeting client expectations.
• Optimize delivery routes, scheduling, and resource allocation to improve efficiency and customer satisfaction.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with healthcare providers and community partners.

Physical Therapy Department Manager at Louisiana Extended Care Hospital & New Iberia Rehabilitation (2010 – 2021)

• Directed rehabilitation operations across five healthcare facilities (3 LTAC and 2 inpatient rehabilitation hospitals).
• Managed rehabilitation services supporting 62 inpatient rehabilitation beds.
• Led and developed a multidisciplinary team of more than 20 employees.
• Oversaw budgeting, staffing, scheduling, audits, compliance, equipment procurement, and quality improvement.

Command Post Operator / Air Traffic Controller at United States Air Force Reserve (2002 – 2009)

• Maintained mission-critical communications and operational readiness while holding a Top Secret Security Clearance.

– University of Louisiana at Lafayette

– Carencro High School