Dana Thomas

Physical Therapist · Wakemed

physical therapist Cary, NC

Overview

Level
Staff
Function
Healthcare
Tenure
33 years
since Apr 1993

Experience

Physical TherapistCurrent
Wakemed
Since Apr 1993 · 33 years · Cary, NC

Education

University of Alabama at Birmingham
Master of Science (MS)
1990 – 1991
University of South Alabama
Bachelor of Science (BS)
1985 – 1989

Skills

Acute Care Physical Therapy Vestibular Rehabilitation Healthcare Patient Education Balance Training Geriatric Rehabilitation Stroke Rehabilitation Pediatrics Neuromuscular Therapy Hospitals Clinical Research Patient Safety Clinical Neurophysiology Traumatic Brain Injury Interpersonal Communication Skills Clinical Education Program Development Orthopedic Treatment Cpr Certified Presentations Inpatient Public Speaking Rehabilitation Health Education Interdisciplinary Collaboration Concussions Technical Documentation Customer Service Intensive Care Quality Improvement Physician Relations

About Wakemed

Industry
Hospitals & Physicians Clinics
Employees
5000+
Revenue
$100M to <$1B
Office Location
3000 New Bern Ave, Raleigh, NC

Professional Overview

Dana Thomas is a Physical Therapist, currently affiliated with Wakemed, based in Cary, NC. As a physical therapist, Thomas contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Cary, NC. They have been with Wakemed for 33 years. Thomas holds academic credentials, including Master of Science (MS) and Bachelor of Science (BS), from University of Alabama at Birmingham and University of South Alabama. Core competencies include Acute Care, Physical Therapy, Vestibular Rehabilitation, Healthcare, Patient Education. Wakemed operates in the Hospitals & Physicians Clinics sector with a workforce of 5000+ employees. Healthcare organizations seeking to recruit physical therapist professionals can use HealthTal to access direct email addresses and personal phone numbers compiled from public LinkedIn profile data and public licensing data in the NPI registry. Direct outreach to physical therapist specialists consistently yields higher response rates than passive job board postings, particularly for roles requiring specific clinical credentials or state licensure. The Cary, NC healthcare market offers access to a concentrated pool of clinical professionals, making direct outreach particularly effective for organizations building local care teams or expanding service capacity in the region.

Position in HealthTal Database

  • 75,598 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the physical therapist specialty. Dana Thomas is one of them.
  • 1,950 physical therapists are based in NC (out of 45,480 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • 985 contacts at Wakemed are tracked in HealthTal.
  • Typical physical therapist compensation in NC: $73,000 – $122,000 (median $93,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
  • Top employers of physical therapists in NC: Atrium Health (72), Novant Health (58), Duke University Health System (58).
  • 6% of physical therapists in NC hold a senior title (Director, Manager, Chief, VP, etc.).
  • 81% of physical therapists in NC have education credentials on file.

Data refreshed November 2026.

Recruiting physical therapist

Physical therapists are in short supply nationwide, with the BLS projecting 17% growth through 2033. Direct outreach to licensed PTs via personal email yields the highest response rates compared to passive job postings.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dana Thomas located?

Dana Thomas is based in Cary, NC. They are currently affiliated with Wakemed.

What is Dana Thomas's specialty?

Dana Thomas specializes in physical therapist. Their current role is Physical Therapist.

Where does Dana Thomas currently work?

Dana Thomas currently works at Wakemed. They have been there for 33 years.

What is Dana Thomas's educational background?

Dana Thomas attended University of Alabama at Birmingham and University of South Alabama.

How do I contact Dana Thomas for recruiting?

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How do I recruit a physical therapist?

Recruiting physical therapists typically involves reaching out via direct email or phone. HealthTal's database provides contact data for physical therapists across all 50 states, allowing you to contact candidates directly without going through job boards.

What is the average salary for a physical therapist in NC?

physical therapists in NC typically earn $73,000 to $122,000 annually, with a median of $93,000. Figures derive from BLS OEWS data, adjusted for state cost of labor. Senior-titled roles (Director, Manager, Chief) and high-acuity practice settings push the upper end.

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