Makynza Talley
Starkville
Summary
I am a dedicated vet assistant with strong organizational skills, and attention to detail. Experienced in food service and childcare, ensuring a safe environment, and exceptional customer service. I have a proven ability to manage tasks efficiently while ensuring client satisfaction. Actively pursuing a degree, I am excited to contribute my new knowledge to a professional role.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Vet Assistant
Woodlawn Hospital for Animals
Sardis
02.2025 - Current
- I took care of animals who had to stay over the weekend during closed hours.
- Fed, watered, and walked all the animals.
- Ensured proper handling of animals when transferring them from one cage to another, or to clients.
- Helped to medicate animals, giving them pills, or holding them still for shots.
- Organized animal charts and medication for efficiency.
- I took temperatures and performed heartworm tests on dogs.
- I wiped down the clinic, swept, mopped, washed dishes, and did laundry after hours to ensure a clean clinic for the next day.
Child Caregiver
Basecamp Coding Academy
Water Valley
03.2023 - 08.2025
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for all children under supervision.
- Dressed children and changed diapers.
- Monitored behavior, encouraging positive interactions among peers during group activities.
- Prepared meals, snacks, and refreshments for children according to dietary needs, and monitoring what they ate.
- Encouraged creative activities such as drawing and interactive games, while discouraging time spent on electronics.
Waitress
Cracker Barrell Old Country Store
Batesville
05.2024 - 06.2025
- Took customer orders accurately and efficiently.
- Delivered food and beverages to customers while ensuring guest satisfaction throughout meals.
- Maintained a clean workspace in the dining areas, as well as in the kitchen.
- Collaborated with my coworkers in order to divide responsibilities to get food to guests, take orders, and clean.
- I talked with customers, handling any issues with food or service.
- Maintained a positive attitude and a friendly manner with all guests.
- I would occasionally take on other responsibilities (dishwashing, bussing tables, seating guests) in times of heavy customer traffic.
Education
High School Diploma -
South Panola High School
Batesville, MS05-2025
Bachelor of Arts - Biological Sciences
Mississippi State University
Starkville, MSSkills
- Animal care
- Clinical assistance
- Customer service
- Team collaboration
- Conflict resolution
- Attention to detail
- Child supervision
- Time management
- Organizational skills
- Leadership skills
- Communication
- Problem-solving abilities
Affiliations
Mississippi State University Symphonic Band
Timeline
Vet Assistant
Woodlawn Hospital for Animals
02.2025 - Current
Waitress
Cracker Barrell Old Country Store
05.2024 - 06.2025
Child Caregiver
Basecamp Coding Academy
03.2023 - 08.2025
High School Diploma -
South Panola High School
Bachelor of Arts - Biological Sciences
Mississippi State University