Hygiene Section Chief (Health Center: Physicians)
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Medical, Nursing, and Health Occupations
- Middle : Physicians, Dentists, Veterinarians, and Pharmacists
- Minor : Physicians
Summary
Oversees the sanitary administration department of a health center, planning, formulating, and supervising public health measures as a managerial position.
Description
The Hygiene Section Chief holds physician qualifications at the health center and serves as the head of the department responsible for sanitary administration. They oversee regional infectious disease countermeasures, management of food, water supply, and environmental hygiene, inspection guidance, etc., formulate and implement administrative plans, and coordinate with related organizations. During disasters or group infection outbreaks, they also direct epidemiological investigations, risk assessments, and measures to prevent damage expansion, contributing to the improvement of public health.
Future Outlook
Amid an aging society and growing threats from emerging infectious diseases, demand for public health personnel will continue to increase. The importance of sanitary administration equipped with community comprehensive care and pandemic response capabilities will grow even further.
Personality Traits
Calm and composed / Good at explaining / Has leadership / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Desk Work and Field Work Combined / Emergency Response / Flexitime System / Local Government Civil Servant
Career Path
Clinical Physician → Health Center Regional Health Specialist → Hygiene Section Chief → Health Center Director → Prefectural Health and Welfare Department Head
Required Skills
Epidemiological Survey Analysis / Hygiene Inspection Operation / Infection Control Planning / Legal Interpretation / Public Health
Recommended Skills
Administrative Management / Project Management / Regional Collaboration / Statistical Analysis / コミュニティエンゲージメント
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Because flexible responses to disasters and sudden incidents are necessary. |
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Because epidemiological analysis and interpretation of statistical data are necessary. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because it is necessary to accurately check every detail when confirming compliance with hygiene standards. |
| Communication Skills | Communication skills are essential due to extensive coordination and guidance with local residents and related organizations. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Because a proactive attitude is required for policy planning and departmental guidance and supervision. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Because it is necessary to continuously acquire the latest public health knowledge and legal revisions. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because analysis of epidemiological data and statistical information is necessary. |
| Planning & Organization | Because planning and execution plans for infection control and hygiene measures are necessary. |
| Problem Solving | Because quick responses and problem-solving skills are required during infectious disease outbreaks. |
| Stress Tolerance | Because stress tolerance is important for responding to public health emergencies. |
Related Qualifications
- Physician License
- Public Health Specialist Physician
Aliases
- Health Center Hygiene Section Chief
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