Mackenzie Mains
Avon,USA
Summary
I’m a compassionate veterinary professional with 8 years of experience, including 5 years in emergency and critical care. I am dependable, team-oriented, and passionate about providing excellent patient care while supporting both pets and their owners.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Assistant
Danville Animal Hospital
12.2025 - 04.2026
- Instructed on CPR protocols and emergency response procedures to ensure preparedness in critical situations
- Assisted veterinarians during wellness exams and medical evaluation
- Trained and mentored veterinary technicians, enhancing team competency and streamlining workflow
- Coordinated with clients and veterinary teams to optimize scheduling and maintain continuity of care
ER Receiving Lead (Head Tech)
IndyVet Specialty & Emergency
Indianapolis, IN
02.2021 - 12.2025
- Supervised, trained, and mentored staff to enhance team performance in fast-paced emergency setting.
- Delegated triage responsibilities and prioritized cases based on presenting complaints.
- Ensured vitals, diagnostics, and treatments were performed efficiently and accurately.
- Facilitated emergency procedures by assisting veterinarians with CPR and critical interventions for unstable patients.
- Supported icu operations to maintain patient comfort and safety.
Veterinary Assistant
Veterinary Specialty and Emergency Center (South)
Indianapolis, IN
08.2020 - 01.2021
- Assessed and stabilized critical patients, administered treatments, and prepared patients for safe discharge.
- Provided compassionate bedside care, enhancing patient comfort and recovery experience.
- Collaborated with veterinarians to deliver timely urgent and specialty care services, improving patient outcomes.
Veterinary Assistant
Decatur Veterinary Clinic
06.2018 - 08.2020
- Assisted veterinarians with exams and minor surgeries while educating clients on preventative care to enhance animal health.
- Administered vaccines and prepared laboratory tests while monitoring patients in surgery to ensure optimal recovery.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and safety, fostering effective client communication.
Education
VETERINARY TECHNICIAN PROGRAM -
HARRISON COLLEGE
Indianapolis, InSkills
- Emergency and Critical Care Nursing
- CPR & Emergency Stabilization
- Emergency triage
- Patient triage
- Veterinary Surgical Assistance
- IV placement
- Medication administration
- Vaccine administration
- Lab diagnostics
- Anesthesia recovery
- Preventive Healthcare & Wellness Protocols
- Client Education and Communication
- Team supervision
- Training and mentorship
- Compassionate handling
Accomplishments
- Fear Free Certified
- CPR - ALS/BLS Recover Certified
Timeline
Veterinary Assistant
Danville Animal Hospital
12.2025 - 04.2026
ER Receiving Lead (Head Tech)
IndyVet Specialty & Emergency
02.2021 - 12.2025
Veterinary Assistant
Veterinary Specialty and Emergency Center (South)
08.2020 - 01.2021
Veterinary Assistant
Decatur Veterinary Clinic
06.2018 - 08.2020
VETERINARY TECHNICIAN PROGRAM -
HARRISON COLLEGE