Kenneth Bahr

Accomplished Physical Therapist with 19+ years of acute care expertise and a proven record of leadership as Charge Therapist and clinical mentor. Known for strong clinical reasoning, calm decision-making, and a commitment to elevating patient outcomes beyond basic mobility. Experienced in workflow coordination, interdisciplinary collaboration, and EMR optimization.

Seeking a new environment to continue my career in Physical Therapy to impact consistency of care, and drive evidence-based clinical excellence.

Physical Therapist / Charge Therapist at Salina Regional Health Center (2007-01 – Present)

Shared lead daily operations as Charge Therapist, ensuring efficient patient flow, balanced caseloads, and team support. Provide comprehensive acute care PT services and mentor students.

• Shared lead daily operations as Charge Therapist for 19 years, ensuring efficient patient flow, balanced caseloads, and team support
• Provide comprehensive acute care PT services, including ICU, medical-surgical, orthopedic, and complex medical populations
• Mentor DPT and PTA students, promoting clinical reasoning, professionalism, and evidence-based practice
• Contribute to hospital-wide quality initiatives through participation in Pressure Ulcer Committee, Bariatric Care Task Force, and ICU multidisciplinary rounds
• Utilize advanced Meditech EMR skills (form building, access configuration, reporting, financial review) to support clinical and operational decision-making
• Provide flexible coverage across outpatient, inpatient rehab, and home health settings as needed

Physical Therapist, PRN at Rehab Care (2009-01 – 2014-12)

Performed evaluations and established plans of care for skilled nursing and home health patients; provided clinical direction to PTAs.

• Performed evaluations and established plans of care for skilled nursing and home health patients
• Provided clinical direction to PTAs

Physical Therapist, PRN at Reliant Rehab (2010-01 – 2014-12)

Completed evaluations and developed treatment plans for skilled nursing patients; ensured continuity and quality of care through PTA collaboration.

• Completed evaluations and developed treatment plans for skilled nursing patients
• Ensured continuity and quality of care through PTA collaboration

Physical Therapist, PRN at Genesis Rehab (2012-01 – 2014-12)

Conducted evaluations and initiated care plans for skilled nursing and home health patients; supported PTA implementation of interventions.

• Conducted evaluations and initiated care plans for skilled nursing and home health patients
• Supported PTA implementation of interventions

Transitional Doctor of Physical Therapy in Physical Therapy – Missouri State University

Master of Physical Therapy in Physical Therapy – Missouri State University

Bachelor of Science in Cell & Molecular Biology – Missouri State University