Summary
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Work History
Education
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Volunteer Experience
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Matthew Rider

Calgary,AB

Summary

Experienced and compassionate clinical acupuncturist, manual therapist, and herbal medicine practitioner, dedicated to achieving optimal patient outcomes through personalized, holistic care. Well-versed in diet therapy, supplementation, and lifestyle coaching, with a strong track record of improving overall health and well-being. Proven ability to integrate various therapeutic modalities to support long-term healing and patient satisfaction.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Acupuncture Resident

Huatuo Clinic
Calgary
08.2024 - Current
  • Designed treatment plans for a diverse patient base encompassing acupuncture, herbal remedies, manual therapy, and lifestyle adjustments.
  • Upheld compliance in thorough documentation of treatments, prioritizing patient confidentiality.
  • Streamlined clinic operations by maintaining cleanliness and assisting clinic staff.

Wellness Advisor

Morning Sun Health Foods
Calgary
01.2021 - Current
  • Greeted customers, discussed their health goals, and recommended products as well as up-selling complimentary items
  • Consulted with clients and created detailed health protocols encompassing lifestyle, diet, and supplementation
  • Received orders, processed invoices, and accurately priced products before merchandising them on shelves

Meditation Instructor

Love's Vibration Society
Calgary
01.2020 - 01.2021
  • Volunteer position with a focus on community outreach.
  • Hosted a weekly online meditation group, teaching others how to reduce stress and overwhelm with mindfulness practices.
  • Supported and coached participants in establishing a daily mindfulness practice.

Freelance Marketing Consultant

Rider Copy
Calgary
01.2017 - 01.2021
  • Effectively marketed and sold business services to a wide variety of entrepreneurs
  • Advised businesses on marketing strategy and messaging across a variety of platforms including websites, print marketing, and social media
  • Created original copywriting assets that helped each client standout and capture more customers

Education

Doctor of Acupuncture and Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine - Double-major

Alberta College of Acupuncture & TCM
03-2025

High School Diploma -

Sir Winston Churchill High School

Skills

  • Clinical Acupuncture Experience
  • Herbal Medicine Expertise
  • Skilled in Manual Therapy Techniques
  • Patient Management Expertise
  • Thorough Charting Compliance
  • Accurate Record Keeping
  • Service Excellence
  • Client Consultation

Training

  • Master Sha Tao Academy, 01/01/23, Successfully completed the Tao Healing Hands Practitioner certification, a traditional Taoist healing technique involving both theoretical and practical components
  • International Association of Sapo Practitioners, 01/01/22, Extensive training in the safe and effective application of two different traditional medicines from Peru, Sapo and NüNü, Certification included both theoretical and hands-on exams, as well as a practicum working with clients
  • Make Your Mark Training & Consulting, 01/01/17, Successfully completed the Business Sherpa Elite program, an extensive mentorship course in entrepreneurship, Experiential training in sales, marketing, business finances, social media, and time management skills
  • Google AdWords Certification, 01/01/16, Recognized by Google as an AdWords certified professional, qualified in advertising best practices and strategy on the platform
  • ClickMinded SEO Individual Qualification, 01/01/15, Completed a course and exam demonstrating foundational knowledge of search engine optimization (SEO) on a local and national scale

Volunteer Experience

Meditation Instructor, Love's Vibration Society, Calgary, AB, 01/01/20, 12/31/21, Hosted a weekly online meditation group, teaching others how to reduce stress and overwhelm with mindfulness practices

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Acupuncture Resident

Huatuo Clinic
08.2024 - Current

Wellness Advisor

Morning Sun Health Foods
01.2021 - Current

Meditation Instructor

Love's Vibration Society
01.2020 - 01.2021

Freelance Marketing Consultant

Rider Copy
01.2017 - 01.2021

Doctor of Acupuncture and Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine - Double-major

Alberta College of Acupuncture & TCM

High School Diploma -

Sir Winston Churchill High School
Matthew Rider