Correctional Medical Officer
きょうせいいかん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Medical, Nursing, and Health Occupations
- Middle : Physicians, Dentists, Veterinarians, and Pharmacists
- Minor : Physicians
Summary
Physician responsible for health management and medical care of inmates in correctional facilities.
Description
Correctional medical officers are physicians who manage the health and provide medical care for inmates in correctional facilities (such as prisons and detention centers) under the Ministry of Justice. They perform daily consultations, health checkups, psychiatric care, infectious disease control, and emergency responses to maintain the physical and mental health of inmates. They also collaborate with other correctional staff to provide hygiene guidance and advice on improving living environments. Due to the unique closed environment, high ethical standards and stress tolerance are required.
Future Outlook
With the aging of inmates and increasing mental illnesses, medical needs are expanding, and stable demand is expected.
Personality Traits
Adaptable / Calm and Composed / Empathetic / High Ethical Standards / Patient
Work Style
Facility-based Work / Full-time Civil Servant / On-call / On-duty Stays Available / Shift Work
Career Path
Correctional Medical Officer (Newcomer) → Chief Correctional Medical Officer → Correctional District Medical Officer → Ministry of Justice Headquarters (Justice Technical Officer) → University Faculty/ Specialist Physician
Required Skills
Acute Care Medicine / Clinical Treatment Skills / Infection Prevention Measures / Medical Documentation / Mental Health Care
Recommended Skills
Disaster Medicine Knowledge / Forensic Psychiatry Knowledge / Interview Skills / Public Health / Risk Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Adaptability to closed environments and emergencies is necessary. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Medication errors or oversights in health conditions pose significant risks. |
| Communication Skills | Essential for building trust with inmates and staff. |
| Stress Tolerance | Involves high-stress tasks such as troubles with inmates and emergency responses. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Primarily based on medical guidelines, creativity is not highly required. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Primarily medical record management, with little advanced numerical analysis. |
Related Qualifications
- Correctional Medical Officer Recruitment Exam
- Medical License
Aliases
- Correctional Physician
- Prison Doctor
Related Jobs
- Emergency Physician
- Forensic Scientist
- Justice Technical Officer
- Occupational Physician
- Psychiatrist