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What is the required civil service eligibility for a registered medical laboratory technician employed in the government?

  • Not lower than 70% (correct)
  • No eligibility required
  • Not lower than 75%
  • Not lower than 80%

Which professional is primarily responsible for examining body cells to identify abnormalities?

  • Laboratory Aide
  • Laboratory Director
  • Phlebotomist
  • Medical Technologist (correct)

What percentage is a passing board exam rating for someone graduating in medical technology?

  • 80-85%
  • 75-79.9%
  • 85-90%
  • 70-74.9% (correct)

Which position is not part of the clinical laboratory organizational chart?

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What is the primary role of a phlebotomist within the clinical laboratory team?

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What is one of the primary responsibilities of the laboratory director?

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Which qualification is required for a pathologist in the laboratory?

<p>Certification by the Philippine Board of Pathologists (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which position works primarily with a pathologist to detect changes in body cells?

<p>Cytotechnologist (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum frequency for the laboratory director to conduct supervisory visits?

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What is the primary responsibility of a histotechnologist?

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Which of the following roles is MOST concerned with radiation safety regulations?

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Which of the following best describes the chief medical technologist's role?

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What essential training does a licensed physician need if there is no pathologist in the area?

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Which professional is exempted from the Civil Service Commission examinations?

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What specialized skill set must the laboratory director possess?

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What does a toxicologist primarily study?

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Which of the following tasks would NOT typically be performed by a laboratory aide?

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Which of the following responsibilities is NOT typically assigned to the laboratory director?

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What does the chief medical technologist ensure regarding laboratory testing procedures?

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What type of educational program must a histotechnologist complete in the United States?

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Which of these roles involves applying knowledge of radiation physics during medical procedures?

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What is the primary responsibility of a section head in a clinical laboratory?

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Which of the following is NOT a qualification for becoming a medical laboratory technician?

<p>Completion of a 4-year medical technology degree (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of a medical technologist in the laboratory?

<p>Processing specimens and releasing results (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which scenario can someone still qualify as a medical laboratory technician despite failing the MTLE?

<p>Employed in government with civil service eligibility (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the training required for phlebotomists in the Philippines?

<p>Training typically done by a medical technology professional (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What certification bodies are recognized for phlebotomists outside of the Philippines?

<p>American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Registry (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What educational requirement is mentioned for medical laboratory technicians regarding substitution of experience?

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Which professional primarily supervises the work of a medical technologist?

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What is typically required for a phlebotomist to become certified?

<p>Certification by an accredited phlebotomy organization (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements is true regarding the qualifications of a medical laboratory technician?

<p>Can be certified if they have experience and a passing civil service exam (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Medical Laboratory Technician civil service eligibility

A registered medical laboratory technician employed in the government requires a civil service eligibility of at least 70-74.9%.

Phlebotomist's role

A phlebotomist is specifically in charge of blood collection.

Clinical Laboratory Team Members

The clinical laboratory team involves the laboratory director/head, chief medical technologist, section head, medical technologist, medical laboratory technician, laboratory aide, and phlebotomist.

Medical Technologist Responsibilities

Examining body cells under a microscope to identify abnormalities and anomalies in their structure, working closely with a pathologist.

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Laboratory Personnel Hierarchy

The clinical laboratory is structured with different levels of personnel, including a laboratory director, chief medical technologist, section heads, medical technologists, technicians, aides, and phlebotomists.

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Who oversees the entire laboratory?

The Laboratory Director/Head of the Laboratory is responsible for the overall operation, personnel, functions, and data of the entire laboratory.

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What are the Director's qualifications?

The Laboratory Director must be a competent and experienced professional with specialized skills relevant to the laboratory's category. They oversee the laboratory's operations and have administrative and technical oversight.

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Director's supervisory role

The Director supervises laboratory staff according to standards set by the Philippine Society of Pathologists. They must visit the lab regularly, either in person or via video conferencing, to ensure effective supervision.

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Who is a Pathologist?

A Pathologist is a registered physician certified by the Philippine Board of Pathologists. They are trained in laboratory medicine and interpret tissue, secretion, and excretion samples to understand bodily functions.

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What is the role of a Physician in areas without Pathologists?

In areas lacking a Pathologist, a licensed physician authorized by the Department of Health can assume the role. They require a specific training in clinical laboratory medicine, quality control, and laboratory management.

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Who is the Chief Medical Technologist?

The Chief Medical Technologist is a highly technical and administrative leader who oversees the technical aspects of laboratory operations, ensuring accuracy, reliability, and efficiency of testing procedures.

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What are the responsibilities of the Chief Medical Technologist?

The Chief Medical Technologist is responsible for staffing the laboratory, supervising staff, ensuring compliance with policies and regulations, and overseeing the technical accuracy of laboratory testing procedures.

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Who manages laboratory sections?

A Section Head oversees a specific department or section within the laboratory, ensuring its day-to-day operations meet performance standards and regulatory requirements.

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Who's the primary lab diagnostician?

A Medical Technologist performs medical technology work under a pathologist's supervision, processing specimens and releasing test results after confirmation by the pathologist.

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What's a phlebotomist's role?

A Phlebotomist is trained to collect blood samples. In the Philippines, this is often done by medical technologists.

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What are the responsibilities of a medical laboratory technician?

A Medical Laboratory Technician assists medical technologists and pathologists. They are certified and registered with the professional regulatory board of medical technology.

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What qualifications are needed to become a medical laboratory technician?

Besides certification, a Medical Laboratory Technician can also qualify based on work experience: 1 year with a 2-year college course, or 10 years of experience.

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What is a civil service exam?

A Civil Service Examination is a test required for certain government positions, including those in the medical laboratory field.

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What is the minimum civil service rating for a medical laboratory technician in government?

The minimum civil service rating for a Medical Laboratory Technician in government is 70% or higher.

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What is a BS in Hygiene?

A BS in Hygiene is one of the prescribed courses of training for medical technologists, alongside BSMT.

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Who grants authorization for medical technology work in the Philippines?

The DOH (Department of Health) authorizes licensed physicians to supervise medical technologists.

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What certifies phlebotomists in other countries?

The American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Registry (ASCP BOR), American Medical Technologist (AMT), and National Healthcareer Association (NHA) are organizations that certify phlebotomists in countries other than the Philippines.

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Civil Service Exam

A standardized test taken by individuals seeking government employment. It assesses qualifications and aptitude for specific roles. Two levels exist: First and Second Level, with the Second Level focusing on professional and technical positions.

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Who's exempt from the Civil Service Exam?

Individuals who have passed the Bar exams or Board exams for their respective professions are exempt from the Civil Service Exam.

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Laboratory Aide's Duties

A Laboratory Aide maintains a sterile laboratory environment, assists with laboratory services, and manages inventory and requisitions.

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Cytotechnologist's Role

A Cytotechnologist, also known as a 'cell processor,' examines microscopic slides of body cells for abnormalities, working closely with a pathologist.

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What is a Pap smear?

A Pap smear, a common test for cervical cancer, is analyzed by a Cytotechnologist to detect changes in cervical cells.

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Histotechnologist's Task

A Histotechnologist, also called a 'tissue processor,' prepares, processes, and stains tissue specimens for microscopic examination by a pathologist.

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Nuclear Medical Technologist

A health professional specializing in nuclear medicine, working alongside nuclear physicians. They use their knowledge of radiation physics and safety regulations to prepare and administer radiopharmaceuticals.

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Toxicologist's Focus

A Toxicologist studies the effects of toxic substances on living organisms, including humans, animals, and plants.

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Study Notes

Prayer Before Class

  • A prayer invoking the Holy Spirit for guidance in understanding the subject matter.
  • The prayer seeks light and wisdom to overcome ignorance and sin.
  • It asks for a penetrating mind, a good memory, and the ability to learn and comprehend effectively.
  • The prayer requests guidance in expressing oneself and completing one's work successfully, all through Jesus Christ.

Principles of Medical Technology Practice 1

  • The topic is about Professional Organizations and Regulations Governing Laboratory Personnel.
  • Learning outcomes include understanding the laws governing the clinical laboratory, its personnel, and their organization.

Outline

  • Part I:
    • Professionals within the Clinical Laboratory
    • Organizational Chart of the Clinical Laboratory
  • Part II:
    • Professional Organizations
  • Part III:
    • Laws Governing Medical Technologists
    • Professional Code of Conduct and Ethics

Learning Outcomes

  • Understand the laws governing the clinical laboratory, its personnel, and their organization.

Pokemon Game

  • Choose a Pokemon.
  • One character is solely focused on blood collection.
  • Another character is a graduate of medical technology with a board exam rating between 70-74.9%.
  • A registered medical laboratory technician, when employed by the government, must have a civil service eligibility of a minimum level.

Laboratory Personnel and Organizational Chart

  • An organizational chart is provided depicting the structure and relationships of clinical laboratory personnel.
  • A hierarchy is shown from the top-level (e.g., Director/Head) down to the lower-level personnel (e.g., laboratory aide).
  • Various roles of laboratory personnel are listed, such as phlebotomists, medical lab technicians, medical technologists, and more
  • Other roles in a clinical laboratory are also identified.

Clinical Laboratory Personnel

  • Laboratory Director/Head of the Laboratory:
    • Competent and experienced professional
    • Specialized skills proportionate to the laboratory category
    • Responsible for the lab operations: personnel, functions, and data.
    • Oversees the clinical laboratory operation
    • Manages and provides administrative and technical supervision.
    • Must comply with standards of the Philippine Society of Pathologists.
    • Meets with the staff at least once per week via physical visits/calls/video conferencing, or once a month.
  • Pathologist:
    • Registered physician certified by the Philippine Board of Pathologist
    • Trained in laboratory medicine; microscopic, or gross study and interpretation of tissues, secretions, and excretions, the human body functions.
  • Physician (in areas without a pathologist):
    • Licensed physician authorized by the DOH.
    • Must complete a 3-month training in clinical laboratory medicine, quality control, and lab management.
  • Chief Medical Technologist:
    • Administrative, supervisory, and highly technical position.
    • Oversees technical aspects of lab operations; accuracy, reliability, and efficiency of lab testing procedures
    • Responsible for staffing, staff supervision, and compliance with policies and regulations..
  • Section Head:
    • Oversees a specific lab section/department
    • Manages daily operations and ensures adherence to performance standards and regulatory requirements.
  • Medical Technologist:
    • Works within the supervision of a pathologist or a licensed physician authorized by the DOH.
    • Must pass a prescribed course in BSMT/BS in Hygiene.
  • Different categories of Medical Technologists are also identified.
    • Front-line diagnostics (process specimen, and releasing results).
  • Phlebotomist
    • Trained to collect blood samples.
    • In the Philippines, usually done by medical technology personnel
    • In other countries, a degree isn't always required.
    • May need certifications.
  • Medical Laboratory Technician:
  • Certified and registered.
  • Assists Medical Technologists and pathologists.
  • Other qualifications to become a medical technician:
    • Passed the MTLE (Medical Technologist Licensure Exam) with a general rating of 70% or higher
    • Hold an equivalent civil service eligibility of second grade or higher
    • Passed the medical technician civil service exam on March 21, 1969.
    • Work experience or course experience substitutions
  • Laboratory Aide:
    • Maintains sterile lab conditions and environment.
    • Assists in lab services and inventory management.
  • Cytotechnologist ("Cell Processor"):
    • Works with pathologists to detect body cell changes.
    • Examines microscopic slides for anomalies.
  • Histotechnologist ("Tissue Processor"):
    • Prepares and processes tissue specimens.
    • Prepares biopsies or tissue specimens for microscopic examination.
  • Nuclear Medical Technologist:
  • Health care professional (works with nuclear physicians).
  • Apply knowledge of radiation physics, to limit radiation exposure, prepare and administer radiopharmaceuticals, measure the quantity & distribution of radionuclides deposited in the sample.
  • Toxicologist:
    • Studies the effects of toxic substances on human beings, animals, and plants.

Other Learning Activities

  • Students will work in groups (5 members) to create an organizational chart and an essay that describes the roles and responsibilities of personnel in a clinical laboratory
  • A rubric for grading their work is included in the notes.

Peer Evaluation

  • Students will evaluate each other within their group (by using points for their contributions, collaboration, and communication.)
  • Criteria cover contribution, collaboration, communication, quality of work, and professionalism.

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