Roger Thomas
Riles Acres,ND
Summary
Compassionate physician assistant with expertise in patient assessment, pain management, and electronic health records management. Proven track record of enhancing patient outcomes through effective communication and collaborative treatment planning. Strong commitment to delivering high-quality care and improving patient experiences.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Physician Assistant
California Pain Associates
La- Mesa
11.2025 - 05.2026
- Assisted in patient evaluations and documented comprehensive medical histories to support accurate diagnoses at California Pain Associates.
- Administered injections and treatments under physician supervision to ensure patient safety.
- Educated patients on effective pain management techniques and proper medication usage.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to formulate comprehensive treatment plans.
- Documented patient progress and treatment responses in electronic health records.
- Conducted initial evaluations of personal injury and worker's compensation patients.
- Communicated with patients to address concerns and provide tailored information on treatment options, enhancing patient understanding and satisfaction.
- Reviewed patient records to assess quality of care, identifying areas for improvement and ensuring adherence to clinical standards.
Primary Physician Assistant
Pain Management Solutions
El Centro, California
12.2022 - 12.2023
- Performed comprehensive patient assessments and gathered medical histories to inform pain management evaluations.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop individualized treatment plans for patients.
- Evaluated patient progress and modified treatment plans.
- Provided education on pain management techniques and proper medication usage to empower patients in their treatment.
- Assisted in administering injections and other pain relief procedures.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient interactions and treatment plans in electronic health records to ensure continuity of care.
Physician Assistant
Imperial Valley Urgent Care
El Centro, California
09.2021 - 03.2022
- Collaborated with physicians to develop individualized treatment plans for patients.
- Conducted patient assessments and physical examinations, ordering and interpreting laboratory tests and diagnostic studies.
- Performed routine medical procedures such as injections, immunizations, biopsies, joint aspirations, splinting fractures and dislocations.
- Tracked patient progress and modified treatment plans.
- Evaluated therapeutic interventions and tailored treatments based on patient responses to improve care effectiveness.
- Interpreted diagnostic test results to determine deviations from normal. FMCSA Exams, Substance Screening, return to work evaluations and Physical Therapy interventiuon
- Documented patient interactions and treatment plans in electronic health records system.
- Reviewed patient records to assess quality of care provided by other health professionals.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Physician Assistant Studies
South College
Savannah, GA06-2020
Bachelor of Science - Combination Human Performance/DAPE
Western Illinois University
Macomb, IL08-1982
Bachelor of Science - Health Education/ Athletic Training
Western Illinois University
Macomb, IL03-1978
Skills
- Patient assessment and treatment planning
- Patient evaluation
- Treatment planning
- Pain management education
- Injection administration techniques
- Electronic health records management
- Medical documentation
- Team collaboration and communication
Certification
- State of Minnesota Board of Medical Examiners State Medical License Physician Assistant June 2026-June 2027
- State Board of Medical Examiners Physicians Assistant State of California December 2024-December 2027
- BLS ACLS June 2028
- NCCPA National Certification 2018-2028 Board PARNE Eligible January 2027
Timeline
Physician Assistant
California Pain Associates
11.2025 - 05.2026
Primary Physician Assistant
Pain Management Solutions
12.2022 - 12.2023
Physician Assistant
Imperial Valley Urgent Care
09.2021 - 03.2022
Bachelor of Science - Physician Assistant Studies
South College
Bachelor of Science - Combination Human Performance/DAPE
Western Illinois University
Bachelor of Science - Health Education/ Athletic Training
Western Illinois University