The job of a zoologist depends on the area in which they specialize.
Personal requirements for the job.
Personal characteristics are abilities that may be natural. These abilities can be improved through use. .
1. You must have the ability to move from one task to another often using a variety of skills.
2. Have the ability to make decisions and take action based on experience. These can be critical descriptions that may affect the animal's life.
3. You should have good manual and finger dexterity. Eye-hand coordination.
4. You should also have the ability to respond to the requests of others and answer questions, sometimes these questions can be critical.
5. You need to have good notetaking to record animal behavior, you need to be able to make decisions that best suit the animals's needs.
6. Caretakers must have use of hands, arms, and fingers to handle animals and other materials.
7. You must be able to reach and endure some physical activity. You should be able to life and carry 25 to 50 pounds, to carry animals and supplies.
8. You must have good or correctable vision, to ensure that you keep care of animals to the best of your ability.
Work Conditions, and environment.
9. Work is generally indoors or under shelters, although some pens or cages may be outside.
10. Work week often includes weekends and holidays.
11. Workers may be exposed to strong odors from animals, medical preparations, and disinfectants.
12. There is always the posibilitiy of being injured by an animal.
Skills needed for the job.
A skill is a goal directed behavior that can be strenthened through practice.
1. Familiarity with a variety of animal species.
2. Knowledge of animal behavior and habits.
3. Knowledge of the general principles of sanitation and anmial hygience. .
4. Willingness to follow a daily maintenance routine.
5. Ability to keep accurate feeding and medical treatment records. .
6. Ability to detect signs of illness and disease. .
7. Ability to collect blood, uring and fecal samples.