DR. PATRICK C. THOMPSON M.DIV., TH.M., N.D.

• ***9 Marshal Foch Street #24598, New Orleans, LA 70124 • C: 404-***-**** • adwjbz@r.postjobfree.com

HEALTH SCIENCE PROFESSIONAL with INSTRUCTOR AND RELIGIOUS MINISTRY EXPERIENCE

VALUE OFFERED

Naturopathic Doctor - Health & Wellness · Holistic Healthcare - Public Health · Crisis Intervention · Project Management & Program Development · Quality Assurance · Pastoral Counseling · Religious & Educational Program Management · Chaplain Services · Work Group Leadership · Community Relations · Client Assessment · Training · Document Recording & Filing

HIGHLIGHTS OF EXPERIENCE

Chief Healing Officer – Whole Kingdom Wellness, New Orleans, LA OCT 2011 to Present

Provides concierge medical consulting services to clients from different backgrounds for a variety of health-related matters to achieve optimum health and wellness goals through lifestyle changes.

Interviews clients in person and telephonically for intake of current health issues: medical history, medications, surgeries, illnesses, diagnosis of disease processes, dietary habits, exercise routines, stress levels, and family dynamics.

Collects, documents, and assesses client information to develop holistic health plans; focusing on mind, body, and spirit.

Implements patient care plans; instructing and counseling patients while recording progress.

Independently oversees business operations, including: managing patient flow, supervising operations, document control, and building relationships with external entities.

Coordinates workshops and retreats to promote health and wellbeing.

Volunteers public services; advocating for community faith and health initiatives.

Utilizes professional judgment regarding consultations; resulting in zero accidents or incidents.

Consultant Black Millennials for Flint, Memphis, TN, JAN 2022 to October 2022

Provide consulting services and expertise at the intersections of Health & Wellness, food equity, and environmental justice.

Plans educational and social events around wellness and environmental justice to strengthen the target audience’s knowledge and network at-large.

Serves as a local liaison with BIPOC-led environmental justice and wellness organizations/nonprofits to further the goals of BM4F.

Provides project management of the following:

Engage with BM4F external partners and affiliates identified by both the organization and new partners sought out by the Contractor for Wellness and Environmental Justice to further the EJ goals of the black and Latino communities

Develops

monthly programs tailored to the local and/or Black and Latino community at-large surrounding environmental justice education, wellness initiatives, and community building

Education Lead – Envision by Worldstrides, Vienna, VA, Summer 2021

Responsible for the oversight and execution of student learning and all curricula components for the National Youth Leadership Forum in Medicine in the University of Maryland-College Park and St John’s University (Queens, NY)

Worked with Program Lead to respond to any escalated situations.

Oversaw all aspects of curriculum delivery, addressed any classroom problems or disruptions, documented all customer interaction, provided coaching to the education staff, and ensured curriculum delivery expectations were being met.

Managed the education staff, including Advisors as well as Education Support and Program Supports

Collaborated with the leadership team to ensure the success of the program and that the Envision by WorldStrides values of Be Respectful, Be Responsible, Be Engaged and Be Safe were modeled and followed throughout the total program experience.

Science Department Head – Academica, Miami, FL, JUL 2018 to AUG 2020

Served as the Science Department Head for the Sports Leadership and Management High school; delivering didactic and laboratory instruction.

Instructor for all Sports Medicine courses, including: Health Science Fundamentals, Anatomy and Physiology, Athletic Training, First Aid and Safety.

Focused extensively on facilitating student learning associated with prescribed course and program learning outcomes.

Participated in the evaluation of administrative programs and methods; improving the efficiency of services provided for students to progress to the next level of education.

Evaluated progress and provides feedback for students with specific instructions tailored to success.

Successfully managed 7 courses with 25 students per class.

Faculty Sponsor for Health Occupation Students of America and Chess Club.

Organized Sports Medicine Academy, Sports Leadership and Management (SLAM) Health Science Fair; in partnership with the Frost Science Museum with 300+ student and family members in attendance

Organizized SLAM’s first live surgery broadcast; in coordination with Orthonow Orthopedics.

Associate Pastor – Sweet Home Missionary Baptist Church, Miami, FL, FEB 2015 to AUG 2020

Demonstrated and provided Preaching, teaching, and counseling to the parishioners and community members with a strong focus on leadership and encouragement.

Administerd developmental care and curriculum instructions for large audiences by ensuring academic, social, emotional, and intellectual needs are met, from a Christian point-of-view.

Researched, identified, and analyzed Christian Education and Worship planning program requirements and problems to deter implementation issues.

Collaborated with peers and administrative staff to develop effective management plans for assigned ministry workloads.

Prevented conflict, handled issues, and determined needs, abilities, and preferences for the attendees/families to move forward.

Designed and implemented a course designated for new church members; the Journey’s Group.

Prepared and delivered over 2,000 lectures to various audiences in attendance; connecting all to shared faith beliefs.

Executed bible studies and prayer services to collectively study, learn about and interpret established doctrinal principles

Biology Instructor – Miami Carol City High School, Miami, FL, MAR 2016 to JUL 2018

Appointed as the Science Department Head to lead the department to improve student standardized science test scores which rose 2 letter grades across the board.;

Taught 6 classes with 24 students per class.

Created and implemented engaging and innovative lesson plans designed to increase student learning. Executed activities that required motivation, teamwork and critical thinking abilities.

Researched various learning techniques, resulting in some personally designed hands on learning experiments used to gauge project-based learning capabilities through the use of technology.

Instructed in iPrep Academy for exceptional students.

Performed as the faculty sponsor for 5 student organizations, including: Chess Club and Ecology Club.

Site Director for 5000 Role Models of Excellent Project; a drop out prevention/mentoring program committed to closing the academic achievement gap in minority male students.

Adjunct Professor – Everglades University, Boca Raton, FL, MAR 2015 to MAR 2017

Helped to develop and implement a new Bachelors degree in Alternative Medicine

Conducted courses and concentrated on topics related to Natural Medicine: The Meaning of Health, Intro to Clinical Research, Detoxification and Healing, Ayurvedic Medicine, Alternative Approach to Disease, Herbal Medicine, Botany, and Contemporary Issues in Complementary and Alternative Medicine.

Controlled the distribution of academic information tailored to attendees, in accordance with program objectives.

Assisted in producing materials that supported the departments academic goals. Attended a variety of meetings; updating on progression, creating long-term planning, and forecasting budgets for future activity.

Delivered courses at the bachelor’s degree level in Alternative medicine and managed live/virtual work activity at the bachelor and master’s degree level.

Complied with policies for record keeping; utilizing data-entry and retrieval skills.

Effectively utilized facility resources to complete work activity and meet the needs of each individual.

Chaplain – Valley Hope, Chandler, AZ, MAR 2013 to AUG 2014

Managed the Chaplain services program; providing crisis intervention management and counseling services to patients with severe substance abuse issues.

Advised, administered, supervised, and coordinated professional work in a program of spiritual welfare and religious guidance.

Supported the development and coordination of the public information program within the guidelines; with an effort to increase awareness.

Collaborated with the director to coordinate special events, activities, programs, and projects.

Successfully managed caseloads simultaneously; addressing a variety of concerns and issues accurately.

Strategically responded to the needs of each patient.

Effectively utilized facility resources to complete work activity and meet the needs of each individual.

Associate Minister – Canaan Baptist Church, Mesa, AZ, SEP 2011 to JUL 2014

Prepared and delivered sermons and formal worship services as an assistance to the Senior Pastor.

Assisted in developing programs of spiritual care that included spiritual assessment, direct pastoral care, and program evaluation components.

Provided in depth counseling to individuals and groups; demonstrating sensitivity to the religious needs and requirements.

Arranged needed special services for critical issues, concerns, and requests.

Conducted weekly regularly schedules services; including bible study and prayer services. Selected material to deliver lessons.

Coordinated spiritual development programs for youth and young adult to increase knowledge and adopt specific lifestyles.

Served as the program director of singles ministry; organizing programs related to spiritual formation, leadership, and fellowship for Christian singles.

Led worship, bible study, sermons and lessons to 800 members weekly; under the direction of Senior Pastor.

Supported music ministry through choir direction and playing musical instruments: organ, keyboard, and saxophone.

Behavioral Health Technician – Remuda Ranch, Chandler, AZ, MAY 2010 to FEB 2013

Provided crisis intervention and primary support for women and adolescents with eating disorders.

Identified health education needs through health assessments and counseling.

Completed behavior reports and notifications in accordance with policies and procedures.

Contacted local police and fire department for wellness checks during appropriate circumstances.

Performed research and communicated information on relevant health promotion topics.

Monitored, evaluated, and reported program effectiveness/outcomes; recommending improvements to leadership.

Maintained confidentiality with attendees and staff.

Collaborated with Police, Fire Department and other medical personnel.

Obtained vital signs and administered medication daily within specified time frame.

Interpreted and applied regulations to support the liability free workplace.

PRIOR EXPERIENCE: Progressed through a series of increasingly responsible positions throughout career 2000-2009: Youth Pastor, Director of Black Campus Ministries (Duke University), Chaplain-in-Residence (Duke University), Clinical Project Coordinator, Associate Minister, and Chaplain. Major accomplishments include: developing educational/religious growth programs for over 200 children, directing campus ministry for students of African descent, spearheading a UNC-Chapel Hill public health project, and building partnerships with various communities.

EDUCATION

Sonoran University of Health Sciences (formerly SCNM), Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine

Duke Divinity School, Master of Theology, Theology and Medicine

Candler School of Theology at Emory University, Master of Divinity, Christian Education

Morehouse College, Bachelor of Science in Biology

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT & CERTIFICATION

Teacher Certification, Biology and Health 9-12th grade

Ordination, National Baptist Convention USA, Inc (First District Missionary Baptist Association)

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Demonstrated leader, executive, administrator, preacher, and pastoral care provider in faith and secular settings. Dynamic, innovative educator and Naturopathic Physician that aims to integrate spirituality and health. Proficient at office automated tasks and Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Possesses excellent ability to operate in fast-pace environments, combined with sage leadership skills, up-to-date technical knowledge, demonstrated organizational talents, and critical thinking abilities. Able to train and develop teams to operate at highest levels and meet project objectives.

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