Rabies Prevention Officer (Health Center)
きょうけんびょうよぼういん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Medical, Nursing, and Health Occupations
- Middle : Physicians, Dentists, Veterinarians, and Pharmacists
- Minor : Veterinarians
Summary
Public health specialist who, as a veterinarian affiliated with a health center, conducts rabies prevention and surveillance activities.
Description
Rabies Prevention Officers (Health Centers) are responsible for preventing the transmission of rabies from animals such as dogs to humans, based on the Rabies Prevention Law and related regulations. They handle dog registration management, confirmation of vaccination status, quarantine and testing of suspected cases, epidemiological investigations, responses to bite incidents, guidance and education for owners, and, as necessary, issue administrative orders or instructions for capture and removal. They collaborate with local governments and related organizations inside and outside health centers to maintain and improve public health in compliance with laws and regulations.
Future Outlook
Although rabies outbreaks are suppressed domestically, demand is expected to continue steadily as specialists prepared for risks of incursion from overseas and emerging infectious diseases.
Personality Traits
Able to pay attention to details / Calm and composed / Has a spirit of animal welfare / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Both Office and Fieldwork / Emergency Response / Local Government Public Servant / Regular Hours
Career Path
Health Center Veterinarian (Newcomer) → Chief Veterinarian → Assistant Section Chief (Health Prevention Section) → Section Chief (Health Prevention Section) → Health Center Director
Required Skills
Animal Handling Techniques / Animal-Related Regulations / Basic Public Health Knowledge / Pathology / Specimen Collection
Recommended Skills
Crisis Management / Epidemiological Surveys / Reading English Literature / Risk Communication / Statistical Analysis
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because mistakes in records or inspections are not allowed. |
| Communication Skills | Important for accurate information provision to citizens and coordination with related organizations. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because tasks are performed based on laws and procedures. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because there is little advanced statistical analysis work. |
Related Qualifications
- Veterinarian License
Aliases
- Health Center Veterinarian
- Rabies Control Officer
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