Skyler Howard
Jacksonville
Summary
Veterinary technician with deep expertise in animal care and medical procedures. Known for strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, ensuring smooth operations and patient well-being. Skilled in diagnostics, surgical assistance, and patient care, with flexible approach to changing needs. Trusted for reliability and ability to support both team and patients effectively.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Overnight Lead Technician
Greenlight ER
Jacksonville, FL
03.2026 - Current
- Oversaw daily technical operations, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and quality standards.
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment.
- Optimized workflow for enhanced productivity by streamlining processes and providing technical guidance to team members.
- Executed sterile preparation and monitoring of patients under anesthesia during surgical procedures. Effectively communicated important discharge instructions to owners.
- Handled challenging animal behavior situations calmly and effectively to ensure safety for all involved parties.
- Efficiently performed lab work (Comfortable with Idexx machines & Heska machines), including blood draws, urinalysis, and fecal examinations for accurate diagnoses.
Veterinary Technician
Urgentvet
Jacksonville, FL
09.2025 - 03.2026
- Assisted in diagnostic procedures using advanced imaging equipment, enhancing patient care accuracy.
- Collaborated with fellow technicians to create efficient workflows that streamlined daily tasks within the clinic setting.
- Can effectively give SQ, IM, IV injections
- Can effectively do IV cath placements
- 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.
- 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.
Lead Veterinary Technician
Forever Vets Animal Hospital
Jacksonville, FL
12.2021 - 04.2025
- Supervised daily operations, ensuring high-quality patient care and efficient workflow.
- Mentored junior technicians, enhancing team skills and promoting professional development.
- Managed inventory systems, optimizing supply usage and reducing waste in clinical settings.
- Conducted training sessions on best practices for handling anesthesia and monitoring patients post-surgery.
- Evaluated performance metrics to identify areas for process improvement within the veterinary team.
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills by overseeing daily clinic operations while delegating tasks appropriately to ensure smooth functioning of the practice.
- Performed skilled nursing care tasks such as wound dressings changes, blood draw, and IV catheter placements under veterinarian supervision.
- Educated pet owners on preventative care measures such as vaccinations, dental care, nutrition management, parasite control strategies to improve pet health outcomes.
- Maintained detailed medical records for each patient, resulting in accurate diagnoses and effective treatment plans.
Medical Receptionist/Medical Assistant
VIPCARE
Ocala, FL
10.2019 - 11.2021
- Managed patient scheduling and appointment confirmations to optimize clinic efficiency.
- Trained new staff on front desk procedures, fostering a collaborative team environment.
- Processed patient registrations and insurance verifications with accuracy and attention to detail.
- Managed patient intake processes, ensuring accurate data collection and documentation.
- Assisted healthcare providers with patient examinations and procedures to enhance care delivery.
- Administered medications and vaccinations according to physician protocols for optimal patient outcomes.
- Coordinated referrals to specialists, streamlining patient access to necessary services.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
Medical Assistant
441 Urgent Care
Summerfield, FL
09.2018 - 09.2019
- Greeted patients and recorded vital signs to document visit reasons.
Administered injections and performed IVs, blood, and urine tests for laboratory analysis.
Trained as a receptionist to handle phone inquiries, verify patient insurance, collect payments, and expedite patient room assignments.
Education
High School Diploma -
The Villages Charter High School
The Villages, FLSkills
- Surgical setup/assistance/monitoring
- Medication management
- Intravenous catheterization
- DVM-directed injections
- Dental procedures
- Emergency and preventive care
- Euthanasia procedures
- Diagnostic testing
- Diagnostic imaging
- Laboratory skills
- Euthanasia
- Safety compliance
Timeline
Overnight Lead Technician
Greenlight ER
03.2026 - Current
Veterinary Technician
Urgentvet
09.2025 - 03.2026
Lead Veterinary Technician
Forever Vets Animal Hospital
12.2021 - 04.2025
Medical Receptionist/Medical Assistant
VIPCARE
10.2019 - 11.2021
Medical Assistant
441 Urgent Care
09.2018 - 09.2019
High School Diploma -
The Villages Charter High School