Sara Owens
PTA, CAFS, TPS, Recognition of Advanced Proficiency in Musculoskeletal Physical Therapy-APTA
Orthopaedics
Bio
Sara is a physical therapist assistant with over 10 years of clinical experience in a variety of settings including outpatient, acute care, and inpatient rehabilitation. She is heavily involved in the Illinois Physical Therapy Association, serving various elected and appointed positions for the Western District. She achieved the APTA’s Recognition of Advanced Proficiency in Musculoskeletal Physical Therapy in 2015. A graduate of Illinois Central College, Sara has gone on to serve as a Clinical Instructor for the program’s students as well as serve on the Advisory Committee.
Current Roles:
- Clinical and Site Manager: Professional Therapy Services, Inc.
- PTA Specialty Certification in Orthopedics: Program Director
Areas of Interest:
- Pain
- Musculoskeletal Injuries
- Clinical decision making for the PTA
- PT/PTA teams