THOMAS GORDON
Tampa,FL
Summary
Former two-time All-American runner and all-state high school basketball player, now a Certified Athletic Trainer and Doctor of Physical Therapy with eight total years of direct hands-on experience as both a student and practitioner in a wide variety of patient populations. Experienced in athletic training at high school and Division I collegiate levels, as well as outpatient orthopedic rehabilitation and acute inpatient care for orthopedic, neurologic, and cardiopulmonary patients. Skilled in therapeutic exercise/stretch programs, manual myofascial release including cupping therapy, instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization, joint mobilizations, taping/bracing for injury prevention, KT tape application, and other modalities.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Head Coach
D1 Training
Orlando, Florida
06.2024 - 01.2025
- Designed and implemented 8-week progressive programming cycles for all group fitness classes
- Led baseline fitness and performance assessments to develop appropriate strength and conditioning programs
- Educated athletes and guardians on performance baselines, training expectations, and long-term development plans
- Onboarded new athletes by setting performance standards and teaching proper exercise technique
- Supported onboarding and development of new coaches, including client acquisition and training protocols
Strength and Conditioning Coach
D1 Training
Orlando, Florida
01.2024 - 06.2024
- Conducted baseline fitness and movement assessments to design individualized and group-based strength programs
- Educated athletes and guardians on performance baselines and training goals
- Coached progressive strength and resistance training with evidence-based techniques
- Monitored form and modified exercises in real-time for safety and performance
- Led group sessions emphasizing injury prevention and long-term athletic development
- Maintained a structured, safe, and high-performance training environment
Therapist and Care Team Provider
CORA Physical Therapy
Lake Nona, FL
08.2022 - 07.2023
- Performed musculoskeletal examinations and created/modifying plans of care
- Executed PT treatment including therapeutic exercise/stretching, manual interventions, joint mobilizations, PNF techniques
- Documented procedures for insurance reimbursement and ensured continuity of care
- Educated patients on condition, anatomy, plan of care, and home maintenance programs
Student Physical Therapist
CORA Physical Therapy
Camden, SC
04.2022 - 08.2022
- Performed examinations and plan of care under supervision
- Executed treatments including therapeutic exercises, myofascial interventions, KT tape, cupping therapy
- Documented patient progress and prepared home exercise programs
Student Physical Therapist
Osceola Regional Medical Center
Kissimmee, FL
01.2022 - 04.2022
- Conducted acute care evaluations and treatments under supervision
- Assisted postoperative orthopedic, cardiac, and neurological patients
- Documented care and determined discharge readiness
Student Physical Therapist
Naval Branch Health Clinic
Groton, CT
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Assisted in manual therapy, joint mobilizations, PNF, and therapeutic massage
- Documented and assessed findings to determine plan of care
- Maintained clinic functionality and promoted professional development
Physical Therapy Aide
EXCEL Physical Therapy
Waldwick, NJ
07.2018 - 01.2020
- Assisted patients with therapeutic exercises and maintained clinic functionality
Athletic Trainer
Hasbrouck Heights High School
Hasbrouck Heights, NJ
08.2019 - 12.2019
- Managed sports medicine care for student-athletes
- Maintained medical inventory and initiated prophylactic exercise programs
- Oversaw rehabilitation, taping/bracing, wound care, and therapeutic modalities
Athletic Training Student
University of Pittsburgh Baseball / Swimming & Diving / Football
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Evaluated and treated athlete injuries, implemented rehab protocols
- Maintained athletic training room and guided safe therapeutic exercise
- Applied taping, braces, and therapeutic modalities as needed
Education
Doctor of Physical Therapy -
University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences
Miami, FL08.2022
Bachelor of Science - Athletic Training
University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA04.2018
Certification
- Certified Athletic Trainer
- Doctor of Physical Therapy
- CPR Certification
- AED Certification
Timeline
Assistant Head Coach
D1 Training
06.2024 - 01.2025
Strength and Conditioning Coach
D1 Training
01.2024 - 06.2024
Therapist and Care Team Provider
CORA Physical Therapy
08.2022 - 07.2023
Student Physical Therapist
CORA Physical Therapy
04.2022 - 08.2022
Student Physical Therapist
Osceola Regional Medical Center
01.2022 - 04.2022
Student Physical Therapist
Naval Branch Health Clinic
06.2021 - 08.2021
Athletic Trainer
Hasbrouck Heights High School
08.2019 - 12.2019
Physical Therapy Aide
EXCEL Physical Therapy
07.2018 - 01.2020
Athletic Training Student
University of Pittsburgh Baseball / Swimming & Diving / Football
01.2016 - 01.2018
Bachelor of Science - Athletic Training
University of Pittsburgh
Doctor of Physical Therapy -
University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences