Skilled physical therapy services at Jenkins Living Center are provided by:
Hunter Hansen - Physical Therapist/DPT
Hunter Hansen, the onsite Physical Therapist/DPT is a Watertown High School graduate. He received his undergraduate degree from University of South Dakota in Kinesiology & Sports Management with an emphasis in Exercise Science, and a minor in Interdisciplinary Sciences. Additionally, he attained his Doctorate in Physical Therapy as a member of the Arkansas Colleges of Health Education’s inaugural Physical Therapy Class in Fort Smith, AR. He completed clinical rotations with BIG Physical Therapy, Mercy Orthopedic Hospital and Mercy Home Health in Fort Smith.
Hunter will provide the latest in physical therapy treatments with a hands-on approach. Hunter likes to get to know his patients including their history and their goals for recovery. He will create personalized treatment plans for each patient to ensure the patient achieves their desired outcomes.
“As a Watertown native, I have always had a strong desire to give back to the community that raised me. After 7 years of school and 3 years of living in Arkansas, I am so very grateful and excited that Jenkins has provided me with such a wonderful opportunity to provide care for those who made Watertown as great as it is today.” - Hunter Hansen
Susie Benike - Physical Therapy Assistant
Susie graduated from Lake Area Technical Institute with an Associates of Applied Science in the Physical Therapist Assistant Program in 1997. She has been an active staff therapist for our Rehab Department and has also been a member of the APTA. Susie has been dedicated to Jenkins Rehab for almost 25 years with experience in geriatric rehabilitation including orthopedics, neurology, balance, and weakness. She is a LSVT BIG Certified Clinician specializing in symptom prevention and treatment of patients with Parkinsons Disease. Susie is a Credentialed Clinical Instructor involved in the supervision of therapy students.
Layle Nawroth - Physical Therapy Assistant
Layle graduated from Lake Area Technical Institute with an Associates of Applied Science degree in the Physical Therapist Assistant Program in 2000. She is a long time resident of Watertown and has been employed at Jenkins for over a decade. Layle joined the Rehab Team in 2001 as a skilled Physical Therapist Assistant and a Team Leader for the Restorative Nursing Program. She is a past member of the APTA with specialized training in Pilates, Balance, Urinary Incontinence, and Pelvic Floor Dysfunctions. Layle is also a student mentor through the LATI Physical Therapist Assistant program.
Our dedicated Physical Therapy staff provides skilled, quality care in a relaxed and inviting therapy gym. Jenkins has a full-time staff including a certified geriatric specialist, and two exceptional physical therapy assistants with 20 years of experience. These professionals provide a flexible schedule for our patients while maintaining a high level of care.
At Jenkins Living Center Physical Therapy services focus on:
- Performing a comprehensive evaluation
- Neuromotor examination, strength testing, gait and balance assessments
- Treatment plan designed with the patient to address goals
- Improve mobility and ensure safety
- Balance training, therapeutic exercise, wound care
- Ultrasound and electrical stimulation
