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Skyler Langley

Champaign

Summary

Compassionate veterinary student, skilled in intravenous catheterization and surgical assistance. Demonstrated ability to educate pet owners and provide emotional support during euthanasia. Proven track record of maintaining high-quality patient care while effectively managing time-sensitive tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Offering solid foundation in animal care, diagnostics, and treatment, ready to learn and grow in this environment. Contributes strong understanding of animal biology and medical terminology, coupled with practical skills in handling and treating animals. Ready to use and develop diagnostic and surgical skills within the zoo medicine specialty.

Overview

2025
2025
years of professional experience

Work History

Student Intern

Wildlife Vets South Africa
04.2024 - 05.2024
  • Contributed to successful wildlife conservation projects through diligent research and data collection.
  • Assisted with capture and anesthesia of various South African wildlife species
  • Preformed blood draws and medical treatments on animals including, Zebra, Rhino, Giraffe, Jaguar, and Crocodiles

Veterinary Technician

Seapaws Veterinary Services
2019 - 2021
  • Assisted in animal restraint and handling during examinations and treatments.
  • Prepared and maintained surgical instruments for procedures, ensuring cleanliness and organization.
  • Monitored vital signs of animals pre- and post-surgery, reporting any abnormalities to veterinarians.
  • Educated pet owners on routine care, medication administration, and preventive health measures.
  • Administered medications and vaccines under veterinarian supervision, ensuring accuracy in dosage.
  • Participated in client consultations, addressing questions with empathy and professionalism.
  • Documented patient records accurately in electronic systems to ensure continuity of care.
  • Assisted in euthanasia procedures with empathy and compassion, providing emotional support to grieving pet owners during difficult times.
  • Effectively managed time-sensitive tasks while maintaining high-quality patient care through multitasking abilities during busy shifts at the clinic.

Education

4th Year Clinical Student

University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine
Champaign, IL

DVM - Veterinary Medicine

Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine
Saint Kitts, West Indies
05-2026

Bachelor of Science - Marine Biology

Texas A&M University Galveston
Galveston
04-2021

Skills

  • Intravenous catheterization
  • Medication administration
  • Surgical assistance
  • Medical history collection
  • General anesthesia monitoring
  • Diagnostic imaging
  • Euthanasia procedures
  • Medical record-keeping

Interests

Zoo medicine

Exotic medicine

Wildlife medicine

Radiology

Timeline

Student Intern

Wildlife Vets South Africa
04.2024 - 05.2024

Veterinary Technician

Seapaws Veterinary Services
2019 - 2021

4th Year Clinical Student

University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine

DVM - Veterinary Medicine

Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine

Bachelor of Science - Marine Biology

Texas A&M University Galveston
Skyler Langley