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2900 10th Street SW, Suite A, Minot, ND 58701
ERGONOMICS/ OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH
The therapists at First Choice Physical Therapy have over 30 years of experience in the area of Occupational Health. We have established an excellent working relationship with Workforce Safety & Insurance, the area employers and workers to provide a comprehensive treatment and safety program.
First Choice Physical Therapy provides the following Occupational Health services:
• Ergonomic Assessments
• Back Education and Ergonomic Classes
• Post Offer Physicals
• Injured Worker Treatment
• Return to work programs and physical capabilities testing
• Functional Capacity Evaluations
• Work conditioning/ hardening
Our staff is certified to perform post offer physicals through ISRI, CHS, Worksteps, and Advanced Ergonomics.
ERGONOMIC INITIATIVE PROGRAM
Workforce Safety & Insurance (WSI) provides exclusive coverage of the state’s workers compensation insurance. WSI services approximately 20,000 employers and has approximately 40,000 claims each year. Of these claims it is estimated that as many as 35% of these injur4ies can be associated with poor ergonomics in the workplace. To address these concerns WSI has partnered with North Dakota businesses to address ergonomic concerns in the workplace. The Ergonomic Initiative is an onsite program that may include:
• Ergonomic assessments
• Development of an ergonomic intervention plan
• Training of employers/employees
• Researching equipment/interventions
• Assisting employers with completing the Ergonomic Grant Application
• Follow up visits to ensure interventions are effectively being utilized
Under the Ergonomic Initiative Program reimbursement is paid in a 3:1 match with the employer, with WSI paying 75% of the cost and the employer 25%. This is a wonderful opportunity for employers to provide a safer work environment for their employees at a great price! First Choice Physical Therapy has worked with numerous businesses including manufacturing, office, oilfield, service industry and healthcare. First Choice Physical Therapy has been identified as an approved provider for services under the Ergonomic Initiative Program since the beginning of the program in 2009.
ERGONOMIC GRANT PROGRAM
In participation with the Ergonomic Initiative Program, WSI is offering financial assistance to be put toward the purchase of ergonomic equipment. This grant is only available to employers who have already participated in the Ergonomic Initiative. Through this grant employers may be eligible for a 3-to-1 matching grant with WSI contributing 75% of the total grant amount or up to the lifetime maximum award. The maximum award is based upon the Standard premium for the most recently completed premium period. The lifetime maximum award is from $2,500 to $20,000. For further information please see the Workforce Safety and Insurance website at www.workforcesafety.com
MEET THE FIRST CHOICE PHYSICAL THERAPY TEAM
Reed Argent, PT, MPT
Reed graduated from UND with his Master's in Physical Therapy. He has provided physical therapy services in the Minot area for over 30 years and is the owner of First Choice Physical Therapy. His specialties include orthopedics, manual therapy, sports medicine and occupational medicine. He enjoys working with patients to get them back to work or play.
Katie Glessing, PT, MPT
Katie graduated from UND with her Master's in Physical Therapy in 2000. She enjoys working with a variety of patients of all ages. She is certified in Integrative Dry Needling and her specialties include vestibular rehab, wheelchair assessments, orthopedics and sports medicine.
Kelsey Lindquist, PT, DPT
Kelsey graduated with a Bachelor's in Athletic Training and Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the University of Mary. She has experience working with the geriatric population in a Skilled Nursing Facility and Assisted Living Facilities. She is certified in dry needling from Dr. Ma’s Integrative Dry Needling and specializes in pelvic health. Kelsey enjoys working with a variety of patients from athletics to geriatrics.
Kari Harvey, PT, DPT
Kari graduated with a Bachelor's of Science in Corporate Fitness and Wellness Management from Minot State University. She then received her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Concordia University in Wisconsin. Kari has always been involved in sports and fitness and strives to provide a complete approach to rehabilitation and wellness for patients of all ages.
McKinley Schimke, PT, DPT
McKinley completed her undergraduate coursework at Minot State University. She then furthered her education at the University of North Dakota graduating with a Doctor of Physical Therapy in May 2021. McKinley has gained clinical experience working in a variety of settings including private practice, geriatric physical therapy, outpatient orthopedics and outpatient pediatrics. She has a passion for helping individuals of all ages improve their mobility and participation in daily activities. Outside of work, McKinley enjoys spending time with family and friends. She enjoys traveling and spending time outdoors.
Kara Scheresky, PT, DPT
Kara graduated from the University of Mary with her Bachelors in Athletic Training and then her Doctorate in Physical Therapy. She has experience working with a variety of patients, from pediatrics to geriatrics. She loves helping patients return to doing what they love. When she is not working, Kara loves to be outside and work on her family's farm and ranch.
Lacey Wilcox, PT, DPT
Lacey graduated from UND with a Bachelor's in Athletic Training and Doctorate in Physical Therapy in 2011. She is certified in Integrative Dry Needling and her specialties include orthopedics, sports medicine and ergonomics. Lacey enjoys working with patients of all ages. Outside of work, Lacey enjoys spending time with family and friends. She enjoys traveling, sharing health and wellness with others, and spending time outdoors on her family farm and ranch.
Brenda Holsten, Receptionist
Brenda has been the friendly face at the front desk of First Choice Physical Therapy for 12 years. She manages scheduling, patient inquiries, insurance and billing tasks. Brenda enjoys interacting with patients and is always available to assist with insurance or billing questions. Outside of work, she and her husband enjoy attending their granddaughters numerous activities and spending time with their fur babies, Brinkley and Jersey.
Jodi Nickelson, Billing Specialist
Jodi has been behind the scenes at First Choice Physical Therapy since 2014. She handles the insurance billing and any questions that arise relating to insurance and billing. She enjoys interacting with patients and staff and has worked in the medical billing field for over 30 years. On her days off, she can usually be found at the farm mowing, enjoying the peace and quiet, spoiling the farm cats, and enjoying the deer wandering in for water.
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Hours
Open today | 07:30 am – 05:00 pm |
