Roy Thomas
Williamsburg,VA
Summary
I am a physical therapist with 32 years of experience, specializing in home care. I have proven expertise in managing staff and delivering high-quality patient care. I am committed to enhancing patient outcomes through tailored therapy programs, and effective team leadership.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Rehab Services for VA and WVA
Personal Touch Home Care
Newport News , VA
08.2014 - Current
- Managed 60-80 rehabilitation staff in Virginia and West Virginia, enhancing service delivery.
- Reviewed clinical documentation for accuracy and completeness to meet compliance standards.
- Collaborated with multi-disciplinary teams to elevate patient care and reduce response times.
- Increased weekly patient visit volume through effective scheduling and targeting at-risk patients.
- Recruited, hired, and trained new rehabilitation staff to strengthen team capabilities.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge through ongoing education and advanced training opportunities.
- Oversaw administrative tasks related to rehabilitation services for organizational efficiency.
- Conducted performance reviews of staff to ensure high-quality patient care standards.
President and Owner of Home Care Staffing Company
Summit Rehab
Hampton, VA
06.2001 - 07.2014
- Collaborated with staff members to ensure operational efficiency of the organization.
- Directed company-wide budgeting, financial planning, and analysis processes.
- Drove revenue by cultivating successful client relations.
- Hired, trained, and mentored staff members to maximize productivity.
- Oversaw development and implementation of corporate policies and procedures.
- Incorporated clinical expertise, patient values and best evidence to drive clinical practice.
- Evaluated and assessed patients to establish measurable goals and promote restoration of functional abilities.
- Attended continuing education courses relevant to physical therapy practice.
Assistant Professor Physical Therapy
Old Dominion University
Norfolk, VA
09.2003 - 05.2010
- Provided guidance for student thesis and dissertation work.
- Tutored students requiring additional assistance to improve overall comprehension of difficult concepts.
- Taught neuro rehab to PT students in their final semester
Physical Therapist
Bon Secours Maryview Medical Center
Portsmouth, VA
06.1995 - 05.2001
- Assessed patient to develop treatment plan with measurable goals and time frames.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams, including physicians, occupational therapists, and nurses, to optimize patient care plans.
- Evaluated patient progress at consistent intervals and adjusted treatment plans to maximize benefit.
Physical Therapist
Alexandria Hospital
Alexandria, VA
06.1993 - 08.1995
- Provided physical therapy services in acute care hospital and outpatient settings.
- Supervised physical therapy assistants to ensure high-quality patient care.
Education
Doctor of Physical Therapy - Neuro rehab
Chatham University
Pittsburgh, PA12-2009
Bachelor of Science - Physical Therapy
Christian Medical College
Vellore 06-1991
Skills
- Clinical expertise in physical therapy
- Patient care coordination
- Clinical documentation
- Regulatory compliance
- Staff recruitment and evaluation
- Management of PT assistants in Home Care
Certification
- Currently active VA and WVA license in PT
- CPR certification
- NDT certification
Timeline
Director of Rehab Services for VA and WVA
Personal Touch Home Care
08.2014 - Current
Assistant Professor Physical Therapy
Old Dominion University
09.2003 - 05.2010
President and Owner of Home Care Staffing Company
Summit Rehab
06.2001 - 07.2014
Physical Therapist
Bon Secours Maryview Medical Center
06.1995 - 05.2001
Physical Therapist
Alexandria Hospital
06.1993 - 08.1995
Doctor of Physical Therapy - Neuro rehab
Chatham University
Bachelor of Science - Physical Therapy
Christian Medical College
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