ISCO Occupation Group 2250.2 Aquatic Animal Health Professional
From Open Risk Manual
Definition
Aquatic Animal Health Professional: Aquatic animal health professionals diagnose, prevent and treat diseases, injuries and dysfunctions of aquatic animals by implementing appropriate sampling protocols. They supervise the use of medicines, including vaccines, and collect data on fish health, making regular reports to the appropriate personnel. They may provide care to a wide range of aquatic animals or specialise in the treatment of a particular group or in a particular speciality area. They may provide advice, support and training to farm staff on best practice with regard to the health and welfare of the cultured organisms.
Essential Skills
- Fish Anatomy
- Prepare Fish Treatment Facilities
- Carry Out Fish Disease Prevention Measures
- Conduct Fish Populations Studies
- Monitor Fish Mortality Rates
- Maintain Aquaculture Treatment Records
- Write Routine Reports
- Collect Biological Data
- Communicate Technicalities With Clients
- Fish Biology
- Keep Task Records
- Monitor Treated Fish
- Administer Treatments To Fish
- Control Aquatic Production Environment
- Conduct Research On Flora
- Diagnose Aquatic Animals Disease Symptoms
- Laboratory Techniques
- Communicate Specialised Veterinary Information
- Perform Laboratory Tests
- Conduct Research On Fauna
- Assess Fish Health Condition
- Conserve Natural Resources
- Scientific Research Methodology
- Fish Identification And Classification
- Inspect Fish Stock
- Microbiology-Bacteriology
- Gather Experimental Data
- Perform Field Research
- Aquatic Species
- Biosecurity
- Prepare Fish Treatment Plan
- Ecology
- Biotechnology In Aquaculture
- Analyse Work-Related Written Reports
- Handle The Disposal Of Chemicals
- Control Fish Diseases
- Send Biological Samples To Laboratory
- Virology
- Apply Scientific Methods
- Analyse Fish Samples For Diagnosis
- Botany
- Use Specialised Equipment
- Prepare Visual Data
- Collect Fish Samples For Diagnosis
- Write Work-Related Reports
- Molecular Biology
- Follow Safety Precautions In Fishery Operations
- Perform Scientific Research
- Develop Aquaculture Strategies
- Preserve Fish Samples For Diagnosis
- Monitor Water Quality
- Biology
- Conduct Fish Mortality Studies
- Applied Zoology
- Implement Scientific Decision Making In Healthcare
Optional Skills
- Speak Different Languages
- Communicate Verbal Instructions
- Inspect Animal Welfare Management
- Interview Parties In Relation To Animal Welfare Investigations
- Screen Live Fish Deformities
- Adapt Communication Style According To Recipient
- Assessment Of Risks And Threats
- Pollution Prevention
- Seek Innovation In Current Practices
- Assess Environmental Impact In Aquaculture Operations
- Carry Out Internet Research
- Pollution Legislation
- Communicate In English In A Competent Way
- Ensure Animal Welfare In Slaughtering Practices
- Animal Welfare Legislation
- Apply Risk Management Processes
- Develop Management Plans To Reduce Risks In Aquaculture
- Identify Risks In Aquaculture Facilities
- Maintain Relationships With Animal Welfare Establishments
- Advise On Animal Welfare
- Fish Welfare Regulations
- Develop Fish Health And Welfare Management Plans
- Communicate In An Outdoor Setting
- Communicate By Telephone
- Report Pollution Incidents
Alternative Names
- Aquatic Animal Health Consultant
- Aquatic Animal Health Specialist
- Aquatic Animals Health Professional
- Aquatic Animals Health Specialist
- Aquaculture Health Adviser
- Aquaculture Health Specialist
- Aquatic Marine Health Adviser
- Aquaculture Health Consultant
- Aquatic Marine Health Specialist
- Aquaculture Health Expert
- Aquaculture Health Professional
- Aquatic Animal Health Adviser
- Aquatic Animal Health Expert
- Aquatic Marine Health Consultant
- Marine Animal Health Expert
