KRYSTAL LAWSON
Riverside,OH
Summary
Equine Veterinary Lead Assistant and Barn Manager with hands-on experience overseeing daily care, medical support, and breeding operations for performance and high-risk horses. Skilled in staff training, workflow coordination, emergency response, and maintaining high standards of equine health and barn operations. Proven leader who builds strong client relationships, mentors teams, and ensures efficient, safe, and organized management of horses and facilities.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Equine Veterinary Lead Assistant II
The Pony Express Veterinary Hospital
Xenia, OH
08.2023 - Current
- Lead assistant managing care for up to 30 horses, including high-risk and emergency cases.
- Support colic, lameness diagnostics, imaging, and surgical procedures.
- Administer medications and maintain controlled-drug logs and inventory.
- Train staff and coordinate farm calls and clinic workflow.
- Build strong client relationships through clear communication, education, and follow-up.
Thoroughbred Breeding Barn Manager
SpeedHorse Farm
West Alexandria, OH
08.2020 - 12.2024
- Assisted veterinarian with reproductive ultrasounds, Coggins testing, neonatal exams, and live cover breeding support.
- Monitored mares through breeding and foaling; provided neonatal and post-foaling care.
- Managed breeding schedules, health records, and herd management to improve breeding success.
- Oversaw daily barn operations, staff supervision, feeding programs, inventory, budgeting, and safety compliance.
- Responded to equine emergencies and coordinated safe transport logistics.
Race Representative
Miami Valley Gaming
Lebanon, OH
08.2020 - 07.2021
- Cash handling procedures and enforced gaming compliance regulations to safeguard operational efficiency.
- Managed customer support interactions by effectively addressing inquiries and supplying accurate information regarding odds schedules.
- Coordinated logistics and marketing efforts for events to optimize participant engagement and enjoyment.
Paint Final Technician
Horton Emergency Vehicles
Grove City, OH
08.2017 - 03.2020
- Executed final vehicle finishing processes, including sanding, polishing, and masking, to ensure adherence to paint-quality standards.
- Facilitated collaboration among teams to optimize production efficiency.
Education
High School Diploma -
Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NHAssociate of Science - Veterinary-related coursework
Sinclair Community College
Automotive Technologies -
South-Western Career Academy
Skills
Equine veterinary care & handling
Surgical prep & sterile technique
Medication administration & treatment support
Lameness diagnostics & reproductive assistance
Barn management & operations
Horse feeding & care coordination
Staff training & team leadership
Client communication & satisfaction
Inventory, scheduling & facility oversight
Certification
ASE Certification – Auto Body & Collision
Timeline
Equine Veterinary Lead Assistant II
The Pony Express Veterinary Hospital
08.2023 - Current
Thoroughbred Breeding Barn Manager
SpeedHorse Farm
08.2020 - 12.2024
Race Representative
Miami Valley Gaming
08.2020 - 07.2021
Paint Final Technician
Horton Emergency Vehicles
08.2017 - 03.2020
High School Diploma -
Southern New Hampshire University
Associate of Science - Veterinary-related coursework
Sinclair Community College
Automotive Technologies -
South-Western Career Academy