Jobs in the private sector tend to be with non-profit foundations and organizations. Successful wildlife rehabilitators are creative, resourceful, and realistic. They take the initiative to learn and continue learning. The type of work wildlife rehabilitators do varies considerably. There is no typical job description.
Some jobs are repetitive and some are challenging.
Some people may consider the routine animal care repetitive and boring. Some may get discouraged by callers who do not share their concern and respect for wildlife, or who do not believe that their advice is the best for the animal. Some may not be able to handle emotional situations or the death and suffering seen in wild animals. There are many challenges. Upper level positions usually require experience and expertise in a specific area such as wildlife medicine or management of a large rehabilitation program.