KIT MACINA
Live Oak Animal Hospital
Lubbock,TX
3
Years of experience
Dedicated mixed animal veterinarian with hands-on experience in companion animal practice and livestock production. Background includes work in various veterinary hospitals and involvement in undergraduate research, fostering leadership through mentoring and community service. Committed to serving rural communities and aspiring to own a mixed animal veterinary practice.
Work History
Day Worker
- Developed a deep understanding of commercial beef cattle management practices.
- Supported calving and dystocia cases, ensuring safe and healthy outcomes for calves and cows.
- Administered vaccinations and herd health treatments.
- Evaluated animal health and made management decisions under rural conditions with limited veterinary access.
- Oversaw nutrition and feeding programs to promote herd growth and health.
- Assisted with pregnancy checking and cattle processing.
- Maintained fences, water systems, and pasture management.
- Assessed animal health and made management decisions in rural settings, optimizing care with limited veterinary access.
- Developed strong animal husbandry, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Veterinary Assistant
1 Year 6 Months- Assist veterinarians with physical examinations and patient restraint.
- Prepare surgical patients and treatment areas.
- Monitor patients before, during, and after procedures.
- Assist with anesthesia monitoring and patient recovery.
- Prepare medications and laboratory samples.
- Maintain accurate medical records.
- Communicate with clients regarding treatments and patient care.
- Assist with emergency and routine appointments.
- Work closely with veterinarians and technicians to provide high-quality patient care.
Veterinary Assistant
1 Year 10 Months- Assist during routine and emergency surgeries.
- Prepare surgical instruments and maintain sterile technique.
- Assisted with:
- Cesarean sections
- Laceration repairs
- Cosmetic dehorning
- Hernia repairs
- Patient recovery
- Assist with overnight hospitalized patients.
- Process cattle and swine including:
- Vaccinations
- Castration
- Herd health procedures
- Maintain treatment rooms and surgical suites.
- Communicate with clients and assist veterinarians throughout appointments.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science
- 3.70 GPA
- Dean's List Spring 2025
Associate of Science - Biology
Completed undergraduate prerequisite coursework prior to transferring to Texas Tech University.
- Dean's List Fall 2023
- Dean's List Spring 2024
- Presidents's List Fall 2024
- Dean's List Spring 2025
Skills
Large animal handling
Surgical preparation
Anesthesia Monitoring
Patient recovery
Emergency Response
Diagnostic Laboratory Procedures
Medical Record Documentation
Livestock Management
Client Communication
Affiliations
- American Veterinary Medical Association (Student Interest)
- Texas Tech Animal Science Program
- Ducks Unlimited Member
Extracurricular activities
- Independent Bible Study Leader (2025–Present)Organize and lead weekly Bible study discussions for college students.
Foster leadership, mentorship, and meaningful group discussion.
- Youth Ministry VolunteerMentor youth participants and assist with church events and activities.
Support community outreach and small-group engagement.
- Wildlife Conservation & Outdoor RecreationActive interest in wildlife conservation, habitat stewardship, hunting, and fishing.
Promote ethical wildlife management and responsible conservation practices.
CAREER GOALS
My goal is to become a mixed animal veterinarian dedicated to serving both livestock producers and companion animal owners in rural communities. After gaining experience as an associate veterinarian, I plan to establish and operate my own mixed animal practice where I can provide high-quality medical care while supporting agricultural producers and strengthening rural communities.
RESEARCH EXPERIENCE
- Undergraduate Research
- Texas Tech University
- Optimizing Post-Weaning Growth in Black Angus Calves
- Evaluated nutrient requirements using NASEM guidelines.
- Formulated economical beef cattle rations.
- Compared feed ingredients and production costs.
- Analyzed growth performance and feed efficiency.
- Presented research during the Texas Tech Agri-STEM Research Showcase.
- Undergraduate Microbiology Research
- Conducted bacterial identification using:
- Gram staining
- MacConkey agar
- KIA testing
- IMViC testing
- Biochemical analysis
- Performed serial dilutions and bacterial culturing.
- Investigated bacterial growth under copper and nickel stress.
- Analyzed antimicrobial susceptibility and laboratory data.
LEADERSHIP
- Independent Bible Study Leader
- Lead a weekly Bible study for college students.
- Facilitate discussions and encourage participation.
- Mentor younger students in leadership and personal development.
RESEARCH PRESENTATIONS
- Macina, K., Garcia, K., Abell, B., & Martinez, J.
- Optimizing Post-Weaning Growth in Black Angus Calves.
- Texas Tech Agri-STEM Research Showcase, April 2026.
Timeline
Veterinary Assistant
Maverick Animal Health
02.2025 - CurrentRead More
Veterinary Assistant
Live Oak Animal Hospital
10.2024 - CurrentRead More
Day Worker
Family Cow-Calf Operation
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Texas Tech University
Bachelor of Science from Animal Science
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South Plains College
Associate of Science from Biology
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