Lucy McGrath
Co. Tipperary,Ireland
Summary
Veterinary surgeon with strong large-animal experience in a busy rural mixed practice (90% large animal), working within a small three-vet team with significant clinical responsibility. Experienced in delivering on-farm veterinary support, herd health management, and building strong relationships with farmers. Combining a lifelong farming background with previous experience as a qualified nurse, I offer excellent communication skills, practical problem-solving ability, and a strong understanding of Irish farming systems. Particularly interested in preventative medicine, client engagement, and advisory-based roles.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Veterinary Surgeon
Fethard Veterinary Clinic
02.2024 - 05.2026
- Deliver on-farm veterinary support in a predominantly large-animal practice
- Work within a small team, managing a high caseload with significant autonomy
- Build strong relationships with farmers through regular farm visits
- Provide practical advice on herd health, fertility, and disease management
- Regularly discuss herd performance and preventative strategies with farmers
- Communicate treatment and preventative plans clearly
- Perform routine and emergency surgeries (C-sections, LDA/RDA, prolapses)
- Carry out TB testing in line with DAFM requirements
Track Veterinarian
Clonmel Greyhound Stadium
01.2024 - Current
- Provide emergency care and first aid on-site
- Assess and manage acute injuries
- Make rapid decisions in high-pressure situations
Agency Nurse (Part-Time)
TTM Healthcare
01.2017 - 01.2021
- Developed strong communication and interpersonal skills; worked in fast-paced multidisciplinary environments
Theatre Nurse
University Hospital Galway
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Worked in high-pressure surgical settings with strict sterility and teamwork requirements
Healthcare Assistant (Part-Time)
TLC Healthcare / Carebright
01.2014 - 01.2017
Education
DVM (BSc + MSc) -
University of Veterinary Medicine Budapest
Hungary 08.2018 - 01.2024
BSc General Nursing -
National University of Ireland, Galway
Galway 08.2013 - 09.2017
Skills
- Client relationship management & trust building
- Ruminant health & herd management advisory
- Clear communication of technical information
- Preventative medicine & herd health planning
- Strong understanding of Irish dairy & beef systems
- Time management & independent working
Certification
- DAFM TB Training Certificate
- Bovine Reproduction & Ultrasound Scanning
- Experience with AHI programmes (BVD, Johne’s)
- Thesis Research: Mannheimia haemolytica & Bibersteinia trehalosi in cattle
- Attended the International Canine Sports Medicine Conference
References
Available on request
Farming Background
- Raised and actively involved in a family-run farm
- Extensive experience in livestock handling, calving, and herd management
- Strong understanding of practical and economic farming challenges
- Relief milker for many farmers in the past
Additional information
- Full clean driver’s licence
- Strong interest in herd health and preventative medicine
Timeline
Veterinary Surgeon
Fethard Veterinary Clinic
02.2024 - 05.2026
Track Veterinarian
Clonmel Greyhound Stadium
01.2024 - Current
DVM (BSc + MSc) -
University of Veterinary Medicine Budapest
08.2018 - 01.2024
Agency Nurse (Part-Time)
TTM Healthcare
01.2017 - 01.2021
Theatre Nurse
University Hospital Galway
01.2017 - 01.2018
Healthcare Assistant (Part-Time)
TLC Healthcare / Carebright
01.2014 - 01.2017
BSc General Nursing -
National University of Ireland, Galway
08.2013 - 09.2017