Mac Tyson
Portland,ME
Summary
Highly skilled animal care professional prepared for role in veterinary services. Proven ability to handle clinical tasks, assist in surgeries, and provide compassionate care. Strong focus on team collaboration and adaptability to changing needs. Adept in client communication, patient restraint, and medical record-keeping, with reliable and results-driven approach.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Equine Sports Masseuse & Founder
Dirigo Equine Performance
10.2024 - Current
- Provided safe, effective, and appropriate massage therapy techniques during customer appointments.
- Increased client satisfaction by providing exceptional service and maintaining a clean, comfortable environment.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients through professional communication and follow-up to increase satisfactions and build rapport.
- Demonstrated knowledge of anatomy and physiology to better understand body and inform massage techniques.
- Booked appointments, answered phones, greeted clients, handled payments, and created client service tickets.
Equine Veterinary Technician
Branch Equine
06.2024 - 12.2024
- Effectively managed time-sensitive tasks while maintaining high-quality patient care through multitasking abilities during busy shifts at the clinic.
- Assisted in euthanasia procedures with empathy and compassion, providing emotional support to grieving pet owners during difficult times.
- Administered medications and vaccinations to animals under the supervision of a veterinarian, ensuring proper dosage and administration techniques.
- Restrained animals to protect veterinarians from potential harm.
- Conducted diagnostic tests such as blood work, x-rays, and ultrasounds to aid in accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Performed fecal examinations, urinalysis and bloodwork.
Barn Hand
Dupuis Farm
01.2024 - 06.2024
- Consistently met deadlines for daily chores and special projects, contributing to the smooth operation of the barn.
- Enhanced animal well-being through attentive care, proper feeding, and regular health checks.
- Increased overall barn efficiency by implementing effective cleaning and maintenance routines.
- Ensured proper care for injured or sick animals by administering prescribed medications and treatments under veterinarian guidance.
- Improved animal handling skills through continuous training under experienced equestrians on staff.
Receptionist/ Assistant
Thermal Forming Plastics of New England
12.2017 - 01.2024
- Resolved customer problems and complaints.
- Managed multi-line telephone system and greeted claimants during office visits.
- Provided exceptional customer service by addressing client concerns professionally and courteously, contributing to a welcoming atmosphere.
- Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
- Maintained a clean and professional reception area by tidying up space regularly, ensuring an inviting atmosphere for clients and visitors alike.
Lab Assistant
Xavier Biology Department Lab
01.2017 - 12.2017
- Prepped complicated and delicate equipment in advance of the lab’s various Genetics, Nursing Micro and General Micro lab classes
- Responsible for the clean-up and upkeep of the 11 laboratories, to include taking care for biologic waste, disposing of it and checking on live experiments with mice
Education
Associate of Science - Veterinary Nursing
York County Community College
Wells, ME06-2027
High School Diploma -
Cheverus High School
Portland, ME06.2016
Skills
- Proficient in typing
- Biological technical terms
- Social media
- Ability to work under pressure
- Quick learner
- Collaborative team player
- Leadership
- Team leadership
- Animal first aid
- Reception area maintenance
- Maintaining cleanliness
- Ethics and integrity
Certification
- Maine Driver's License
- Bobcat, Gator and 4x4 certified
- Practitioner on the Wilson-Meagher Sportsmassage method
Volunteering
Have been a volunteer at the Maine State Society for the Protection of animals since the summer of 2020.
Have volunteered at Pine Point Animal Hospital, in their surgical and triage units.
Timeline
Equine Sports Masseuse & Founder
Dirigo Equine Performance
10.2024 - Current
Equine Veterinary Technician
Branch Equine
06.2024 - 12.2024
Barn Hand
Dupuis Farm
01.2024 - 06.2024
Receptionist/ Assistant
Thermal Forming Plastics of New England
12.2017 - 01.2024
Lab Assistant
Xavier Biology Department Lab
01.2017 - 12.2017
High School Diploma -
Cheverus High School
- Maine Driver's License
- Bobcat, Gator and 4x4 certified
- Practitioner on the Wilson-Meagher Sportsmassage method
Associate of Science - Veterinary Nursing
York County Community College
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