Sandi Thomas, D.O.
Rockledge,FL
Summary
Business-oriented leader and board-certified emergency physician, offering 20-year background in a variety of healthcare environments. Well-versed in all elements of organizational management, regulatory guidelines and patient care. Focused on developing robust delivery systems producing exceptional results. Quick study on computer programs and highly motivated.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Emergency Physician
Cleveland Clinic Indian River Medical Center
Vero Beach, FL
06.2014 - Current
- Reduced patient wait times through efficient triage and prioritization of critical patients.
- Conducted quality improvement initiatives to optimize department performance, identifying areas for improvement and implementing changes accordingly.
- Implemented evidence-based treatment guidelines that led to better outcomes for time-sensitive conditions such as stroke or sepsis.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive patient care plans.
- Acted as a liaison between the emergency department and other hospital units, fostering a collaborative approach to patient care across disciplines.
- Provide stabilizing care and medical screening exams for the hospital's inpatient psychiatric unit
Emergency Physician
Rockledge Regional Medical Center
Rockledge, FL
07.2015 - 01.2023
- Provided emergency treatment onsite and responded in urgent situations.
- Led Rapid responses on inpatient unit and shared airway call with Anesthesia hospital-wide during Covid
Emergency Physician
Melbourne Regional Medical Center
Melbourne, FL
07.2015 - 06.2018
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives, peer reviews and process development.
- Provided safe, effective patient care in a department with few resources. Facilitated transfer to higher level of care when appropriate
Emergency Physician
North MS Medical Center
Tupelo, MS
08.2014 - 09.2015
- Mentored medical students and residents in emergency medicine best practices, enhancing their clinical knowledge and skills.
- Analyzed complex trauma conditions and quickly determined treatments for various illnesses and injuries.
- Provided medical backup for EMS in the tri-county area and helped facilitate incoming transfers from rural hospitals
- Stabilize and screen active labor patients according to EMTALA
Emergency Physician
Parrish Medical Center
Titusville, Florida
07.2004 - 05.2014
- Reinforced a culture of continuous learning within the department by leading lectures and case review sessions for staff members.
- Actively participated in hospital committees focused on patient safety, infection control, and disaster preparedness strategies.
- Streamlined communication between ER staff members by introducing standardized protocols for reporting patient information during shift handovers.
Urgent Care Physician
Sinai Walk-In Clinic
Rockledge, FL
09.2010 - 04.2012
- Provided compassionate care to patients, addressing their concerns and creating a comfortable environment during treatment.
- Reduced wait times for patients with effective triage and prioritization of cases.
- Implemented evidence-based practices, ensuring the highest quality medical care for all patients.
Education
D.O. -
Nova Southeastern College of Osteopathic Medicine
Ft. Lauderdale, Florida06.2000
B.A., Biochemistry -
Boston University
Boston, Massachusetts05.1996
Skills
- Proficient in the use of multiple EMR's
- Prioritization and distribution of available resources (ie, diagnostic imaging, inpatient beds, staffing)
- Medical Expertise with experience in urgent care, community hospitals and tertiary care centers/trauma centers
- Creative problem solving and the ability to pivot
- managing complex medical problems in a way that is time and cost effective
- Multidisciplinary team collaboration and team leadership
Certification
- Nationally Board Certified Emergency Medicine AOBEM (expires 01/2029)
- Florida medical license #OS9258
- Florida DEA # provided upon request for verification
- ACLS
- PALS
Affiliations
- AOA (American Osteopathic Association)
- AMA (American Medical Association)
- ACEP (American College of Emergency physicians)
Postgraduatetraining
- 07/2000, 06/2001, Columbia Hospital, West Palm Beach, FL, Osteopathic Traditional Rotating Internship
- 07/2001, 06/2004, Mount Sinai Medical Center / Miami Children's Hospital / University of Miami Jackson Medical Center, Miami, FL, Emergency Medicine Residency
Timeline
Emergency Physician
Rockledge Regional Medical Center
07.2015 - 01.2023
Emergency Physician
Melbourne Regional Medical Center
07.2015 - 06.2018
Emergency Physician
North MS Medical Center
08.2014 - 09.2015
Emergency Physician
Cleveland Clinic Indian River Medical Center
06.2014 - Current
Urgent Care Physician
Sinai Walk-In Clinic
09.2010 - 04.2012
Emergency Physician
Parrish Medical Center
07.2004 - 05.2014
D.O. -
Nova Southeastern College of Osteopathic Medicine
B.A., Biochemistry -
Boston University