Health Prevention Section Chief (Health Center: Physicians)
ほけんよぼうかちょう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Medical, Nursing, and Health Occupations
- Middle : Physicians, Dentists, Veterinarians, and Pharmacists
- Minor : Physicians
Summary
Position at a local government's health center that oversees the planning, implementation, and management of public health measures.
Description
The Health Prevention Section Chief (Health Center: Physicians) belongs to a local government's health center and is a position that comprehensively manages and supervises policies aimed at improving public health. Oversees operations such as infectious disease countermeasures, vaccinations, health checkups, food and water sanitation, health education, and epidemiological surveys, while leading multidisciplinary teams including public health nurses, nutritionists, sanitary inspectors, and others. Also plays important roles in formulating administrative plans, coordinating and liaising with related organizations, and conducting risk communication and information dissemination during emergencies. As the core of community health activities, promotes policy operations based on scientific evidence and provides health guidance to residents.
Future Outlook
With aging population and strengthened measures against emerging infectious diseases, demand for public health personnel is expected to increase. Efficiency improvements through data analysis and digital health technologies will advance.
Personality Traits
Calm and Composed / Fair and Objective / Good at Coordination / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Fixed Hours / Local Civil Servant / Nighttime Emergencies / Remote Work Possible / Site Inspections
Career Path
Clinical Physician → Health Center Specialist Physician (Chief) → Health Prevention Section Chief → Health Center Director → Municipal Health Administration Director
Required Skills
Administrative Document Preparation / Basic Knowledge of Public Health / Epidemiological Surveys / Physician License / Statistical Analysis Software Operation
Recommended Skills
Management Skills / Project Management / Reading English Literature / Risk Communication / Utilization of Information Systems
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Necessary to flexibly respond to sudden health crises or policy changes. |
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | To analyze epidemiological data and health statistics and utilize them in policy planning. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because accuracy in documents and reports is required. |
| Communication Skills | Essential for collaboration and coordination between departments, with local residents, and related organizations. |
| Initiative & Leadership | As a leader, to lead subordinates and proactively advance policies. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Continuous learning is required to respond to emerging infectious diseases, legal amendments, etc. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because frequent epidemiological analysis based on statistical data is required. |
| Planning & Organization | Because they are responsible for planning and operating health measures and prevention programs. |
| Problem Solving | Necessary to quickly formulate countermeasures for new infectious diseases or health issues. |
| Stress Tolerance | To carry out duties under high stress such as emergencies or complaint handling. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly desk work with few intense physical tasks. |
Related Qualifications
- Physician License
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- Health Center Director
- Public Health Nurse
- Sanitary Inspector