Tom Wilson
Lawrenceville ,GA
Summary
Dynamic Physical Therapist with a proven track record at AccentCare, excelling in patient-focused therapy and clinical reasoning. Expert in developing customized home exercise programs and enhancing patient mobility. Recognized for fostering strong patient relationships and delivering quality care, resulting in improved therapy outcomes and high patient satisfaction.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Physical Therapist
AccentCare
Buford, GA
08.2018 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with patients, establishing trust and rapport to facilitate successful therapy outcomes.
- Evaluated assistive devices such as braces or prosthetics to provide recommendations for improved function and comfort.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing one-on-one attention and addressing individual concerns.
- Managed high-volume caseload and organized daily schedules of assistants and patients.
- Maintained open lines of communication with referring physicians to ensure coordinated care efforts.
- Managed acute and chronic conditions with full understanding regarding complex therapy needs.
- Mentored new physical therapists, fostering a supportive learning environment and sharing clinical expertise.
- Observed and recorded patients' responses to therapies and exercises to report to practitioners and recommend adjustments to treatment plans.
- Designed customized home exercise programs tailored to individual patient needs for continued progress outside of clinic visits.
- Improved patient mobility by developing personalized treatment plans and monitoring progress.
- Conducted clinical assessment and evaluation to determine patient needs.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for optimal patient outcomes.
- Evaluated physician referrals and determined appropriate evaluation procedures according to patient needs and medical history.
- Adapted therapy sessions and exercises according to patient progress and limitations.
- Educated patients and family members regarding diagnosis, injury prevention, and therapeutic treatments.
Physical Therapist
Visiting Nurse Health System
Atlanta, GA
07.2014 - 07.2018
Physical Therapist
Guardian Home Health Care
01.2010 - 06.2014
Physical Therapist
Health Field/Gentiva
Lawrenceville, GA
04.2005 - 01.2010
Education
Physical Therapy
Florida International University
Miami, FL12.1996
Skills
- Home exercise programs
- Orthopedic rehabilitation
- Balance training
- Injury prevention
- Clinical reasoning
- Patient relations
- Therapeutic exercises
- Functional mobility
- Exercise planning
- Treatment planning
- Patient-focused therapy
- Verbal and written communication
- Patient assessment
- Case management
- Quality care delivery
- Adaptive equipment use
- Physical examination
- Safety management
Timeline
Physical Therapist
AccentCare
08.2018 - Current
Physical Therapist
Visiting Nurse Health System
07.2014 - 07.2018
Physical Therapist
Guardian Home Health Care
01.2010 - 06.2014
Physical Therapist
Health Field/Gentiva
04.2005 - 01.2010
Physical Therapy
Florida International University