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PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS Gina M. Zamora, MSMT PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS Assemblages of professionals within a particular specialization or professional field that come together for the purpose of collaboration, networking, and professional development or advancement. Provide opportunit...

PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS Gina M. Zamora, MSMT PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS Assemblages of professionals within a particular specialization or professional field that come together for the purpose of collaboration, networking, and professional development or advancement. Provide opportunities for professional growth and continuing education by offering workshops, trainings and seminars, and by publishing research journals. Interested individuals must pay membership fees and monthly or yearly dues to avail or access the benefits and services that professional organizations offer to their members. PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS In the Philippines, membership to an accredited professional organization (APO) or accredited integrated professional organization (AIPO) is a requirement for hiring, retention, and sometimes for the renewal of professional licenses. An APO or AIPO is a professional society duly accredited by the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) and the respective Professional Regulatory Board (PRB). Professional Organizations that cater to Medical Technology/Medical Laboratory Science professionals in the Philippines and abroad: 1. Philippine Association of Medical Technologists, Inc. (PAMET) – accredited professional organization and the leading national organization for Registered Medical Technologists in the country. 2. Philippine Association of Schools of Medical Technology and Public Health, Inc. (PASMETH) – the only professional organization of schools for Medical Technology/Medical Laboratory Science. Its membership is also open to deans, teachers, and clinical instructors in CHED-accredited educational institutions offering Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology/Medical Laboratory Science.  BENEFITS OF MEMBERSHIP IN PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS According to Ryan Tracey (Top 6 Benefits of Membership Organizations: Are They Still Relevant to eLearning), the benefits of membership in professional organizations are: 1. Professionalism 2. Education 3. Perks 4. Networking 5. Profile 6. Recognition PROFESSIONALISM Professionals must adhere to the set of rules or code of ethics prescribed by the professional society. Least in terms of value among the benefits. This is an advantage for employers since adherence to prescribed rules shapes the conduct of a professional. EDUCATION  Professional organizations organize continuing professional development (CPD) activities for their members through conventions, seminars, fora, workshops, and other activities of similar nature.  Most professional societies publish research journals which could serve as avenues for improving the body of knowledge in a certain field. PERKS  Perks usually come in form of monetary discounts on registration fees for professional development activities of the organization.  These discounts are offered exclusively to members of the organization. NETWORKING  Activities conducted by professional organizations provide opportunities for building networks in the field.  Gatherings and other activities can be potential avenues for creating long-term linkages and connections with other professionals in the field. PROFILE  Membership in a professional organization can also build the career portfolio of a professional.  A professional society can also provide opportunities for speaking engagements, career specialization, publication in research journals, and even scholarship and training programs abroad. RECOGNITION  Professional organizations recognize their outstanding members and leaders in the practice and special fields such as research, public service, and community engagements through awards.  This helps enhance one’s professional profile.  TYPES OF PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS 1. Accrediting Organizations - accredit curricular programs in educational institutions. - an educational institution applying for accreditation will then be visited by a technical committee of experts from the accrediting agency to verify its compliance to the standards of quality education. - membership in this type of professional organization is limited and is usually institutional.  TYPES OF PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS LOCAL ACCREDITING ORANIZATIONS FOR MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY SCHOOLS: PAASCU Philippine Accrediting Association of Schools, Colleges, and Universities PACUCOA Philippine Association of Colleges and Universities Commission on Accreditation  TYPES OF PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS 2. Credentialing/Certifying Organizations - provide certification examinations to professionals. - certified professionals are required to renew their licenses within a specified duration. - in the Philippines, credentialing professional organizations are not common due to the presence of a government professional regulatory body, the PRC.  TYPES OF PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS INTERNATIONAL CREDENTIALING/CERTIFYING AGENCIES FOR MEDICAL TECHNOLOGISTS: AMT American Medical Technologists ASCP American Society of Clinical Pathology ISCLT International Society for Clinical Laboratory Technology NCA National Certifying Agency for Medical Laboratory Personnel  TYPES OF PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS 3. Professional Societies - organization that contribute to the continued development of a specific group of professionals. - membership in a national society follows membership in its local affiliate/chapter.  TYPES OF PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS LOCAL PROFESSIONAL SOCIETIES FOR MEDICAL TECHNOLOGISTS: PAMET Philippine Association of Medical Technologists, Inc. PASMETH Philippine Association of Schools of Medical Technology and Public Health, Inc. BRAP BioRisk Association of the Philippines PBCC Philippine Blood Coordinating Council  TYPES OF PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS LOCAL PROFESSIONAL SOCIETIES FOR MEDICAL TECHNOLOGISTS: PCQACL Philippine Council for Quality Assurance in Clinical Laboratories PSM Philippine Society of Microbiologists PhBBA Philippine Biosafety and Biosecurity Association  TYPES OF PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS INTERNATIONAL PROFESSIONAL SOCIETIES FOR MEDICAL TECHNOLOGISTS: ASCP American Society of Clinical Pathology AMT American Medical Technologists AACLS ASEAN Association for Clinical Laboratory Sciences AAMLS Asia Association of Medical Laboratory Scientists  TYPES OF PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS INTERNATIONAL PROFESSIONAL SOCIETIES FOR MEDICAL TECHNOLOGISTS: AAMLT ASEAN Association of Medical Laboratory Technologists ASCLS American Society for Clinical Laboratory Science IAMLT International Association of Medical Laboratory Technologists IFBLS International Federation of Biomedical Laboratory Science ISCLT International Society for Clinical Laboratory Technologists PROFESSIONAL JOURNALS Publications containing scholarly studies on specific professional fields. Sponsored by professional organizations, these journals publish articles and reviews of books and past articles and serve as a forum for new articles. Compared to other types of publications, professional journals are normally prepared by professionals in the field and are peer-reviewed by experts. PROFESSIONAL JOURNALS It is significant for professionals, especially those involved in education and research, to have their work published in professional journals. Journals help disseminate such work to other practitioners in the field. Publishing research studies also contribute to the credibility of an individual in a field of study.  PROFESSIONAL JOURNALS Some of the available professional journals for laboratory professionals are:  Philippine Journal of Medical Technology  Asia-Pacific Journal of Medical Laboratory Science  International Journal of Science and Clinical Laboratory  Laboratory Medicine  Medical Laboratory Observer  Clinical Laboratory Science  Advances for Medical Laboratory Professionals  American Journal for Clinical Pathology  LabMedicine  PAMET - national professional organization of Registered Medical Technologists in the Philippines - it is a non-stock, non-profit organization - founded on September 15, 1963 through the initiative of Crisanto G. Almario, considered as the “Father of PAMET”, at the Public Health Laboratory in Quiricada St., Sta. PAMET - it organized its first national convention and election of officers on September 20, 1964 at the Far Eastern University - Charlemagne T. Tamondong became the first president - it was during the presidency of Nardito D. Moraleta that PAMET was incorporated and registered at the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on October 14, 1969 with Registration No. 39570 - PAMET was formally recognized as the only accredited professional organization of Registered Medical Technologists in the Philippines when Presidential Decree No. 223 was approved on June 22, 1973 creating the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC).  PAMET - it is a national body with 46 provincial chapters nationwide and 4 international chapters – PAMET Singapore, PAMET Eastern Region Middle East, PAMET Western Region Middle East, and PAMET USA - it is also affiliated with other local professional organizations, namely Council of Professional Health Associations (COPHA), Philippine Federation of Professional Associations (PFPA), Council of Health Agencies of the Philippines (CHAP), Philippine Council for Quality Assurance in Clinical Laboratories (PCQACL), and Alliance of All Health Organizations of the Nation (AAHON) PAMET - at the international level, PAMET is affiliated with ASEAN Association for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (AACLS), Asia Association of Medical Laboratory Scientists (AAMLS), International Federation of Biomedical Laboratory Scientists (IFBLS), Asia-Pacific Federation of Clinical Biochemistry (APFCB), and International Federation in Clinical Chemistry (IFCC)  PAMET THE FIRST ORGANIZATIONAL MEETING: The first organizational meeting was held on September 15, 1963 at the Public Health Laboratory in Sta. Cruz, Manila. A total of 20 representatives attended the organizational meeting, 11 from allied medical professions, and 9 from five schools offering medical technology.  LIST OF ATTENDEES REPRESENTATIVE FROM MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY SCHOOLS: Centro Escolar University UP Institute Of Public Health 1. Isabelo Samonte 1. Cecilia Roque 2. Rodolfo Villaroman University Of Sto. Tomas Far Eastern University 1. Corazon Diaz 1. Bernardo Tabaosares 2. Juanita Sarmiento 2. Santos Sanchez Philippine Union College 1. Jesse Umali 2. Romulo Tabo  LIST OF ATTENDEES REPRESENTATIVES FROM ALLIED MEDICAL PROFESSIONALS: 1. Crisanto Almario 7. Bienvenida Cruz 2. Josefina Acayan 8. Felisa de Leon 3. Cecilia Cabailo 9. Antonia Geraldez 4. Virginia Cabueñas 10.Remedios Manansala 5. Florentina Catanghal 11.Josefina Tombo 6. Clarita Centeno PAMET INSIGNIA  Circle – symbolizes the continuous involvement where practice and education must always be integrated  Triangle – the trilogy of love, respect, and integrity  Microscope and Snake – symbolize the science of Medical Technology profession  Green – the color of health  1964 – the year the first PAMET Board was elected PAMET CORE VALUES  Integrity - strict adherence to moral code, reflected in transparent honesty, truthfulness, accuracy, accountability for one’s actions, and complete harmony in what one thinks, says, and does  Professionalism - refers to the positive traits and values, moral responsibility, social responsiveness, and behavioral outlook which makes one highly respectable and credible PAMET CORE VALUES  Commitment - the unconditional, unwavering, and selfless dedication that one builds-in into the practice of the profession characterized by initiative, creativity, and resourcefulness to bring about quality health care and service to the public  Excellence - the high quality performance by advocating and adhering to international standards making services globally comparable and competent PAMET CORE VALUES Unity - the necessary linkage, support, involvement and sharing that will increase the success and advancement of every individual member and the association in general  ROSTER OF PAMET PRESIDENTS Charlemagne T. Nardito D. Moraleta Felix E. Asprer Tamondong 1967-1970 1970-1971, 1973-1977 1963-1967 Professional Recognition Emergence of the Profession  ROSTER OF PAMET PRESIDENTS Bernardo T. Tabaosares Angelina R. Jose Venerable C. V. Oca 1971-1973 1973 1977-1981 Celebration of the Career Advocacy Educational Profession Enhancement  ROSTER OF PAMET PRESIDENTS Carmencita P. Acedera Marilyn R. Atienza Norma N. Chang 1982-1991 1992-1996 1997-2000 Image Building Proactivism International Leadership  ROSTER OF PAMET PRESIDENTS Agnes B. Medenilla Shirley F. Cruzada Leila M. Florento 2001-2002, 2005-2006 2003-2004 2007-2013 Organizational Interdisciplinary Global Perspectives Dynamism Networking  ROSTER OF PAMET PRESIDENTS Romeo Joseph J. Ignacio Ronaldo E. Puno 2013-2015 2015-Present Golden Celebration Empowerment  PAMET LOCAL CHAPTERS REGIONS CHAPTERS REGIONS CHAPTERS 1. Aurora 1. Albay 2. Baguio – CAR 2. Batangas 3. Bataan 3. Camarines Norte 4. Bulacan 4. Camarines Sur 5. Cagayan 5. Catanduanes NORTH LUZON SOUTH LUZON 6. Ilocos Norte 6. Cavite 7. Ilocos Sur 7. Laguna 8. Isabela-Quirino 8. Masbate 9. La Union 9. Marinduque 10.Nueva Ecija 10. Mindoro 11.Nueva Vizcaya – 11. Palawan Ifugao 12. Quezon 12.Olongapo – 13. Rizal Zambales 14. Sorsogon 13.Pampanga 14.Pangasinan 15.Tarlac  PAMET LOCAL CHAPTERS REGIONS CHAPTERS REGIONS CHAPTERS 1. Aklan 1. Agusan del Norte – Butuan City 2. Antique 2. Agusan del Sur NORTHERN MINDANAO 3. Bohol 3. Bukidnon 4. Capiz 4. Lanao del Norte – Iligan 5. Cebu 5. Lanao del Sur – Marawi 6. Eastern Visayas 6. Misamis Occidental VISAYAS 7. Iloilo 7. Misamis Oriental – Cagayan de 8. Negros Occidental Oro 9. Negros Oriental - 8. Surigao del Norte Siquijor 9. Surigao del Sur 10. Zamboanga City 11. Zamboanga del Norte 12. Zamboanga del Sur – Pagadian City 13. Zamboanga Sibugay  PAMET LOCAL CHAPTERS REGIONS CHAPTERS REGIONS CHAPTERS 1. Cotobato 1. Saudi Arabia – Eastern Region SOUTHERN MINDANDAO 2. Davao 2. Saudi Arabia – Western Region 3. Davao del Norte 3. Singapore 4. Davao del Sur 4. United States of America INTERNATIONAL 5. North Cotabato 6. SOCCSKSARGEN AFFILIATES PASMETH - The Philippine Association of Schools of Medical Technology and Public Health, Inc. (PASMETH) is the national organization of recognized schools of medical technology and public health in the Philippines. - established in 1970 - on May 13,1970, Dr. Narciso Albarracin, then Secretary of the Department of Education, designated Dr. Serafin Juliano (FEU) and Dr. Gustavo U. Reyes (UST) to organize an association of deans/heads of schools of medical technology and public health.  PASMETH - the first organizational meeting was held at the University of Sto. Tomas on June 22, 1970 - the first member schools of PASMETH were the: ✓ University of Sto. Tomas (UST) ✓Far Eastern University (FEU) ✓Centro Escolar University (CEU) ✓San Juan de Dios Educational Foundation, Inc. (SJDEFI) ✓Philippine Women’s University (PWU)  PASMETH - the first officers were: President Dr. Gustavo U. Reyes (UST) Vice-President Dr. Serafin Juliano (FEU) Secretary/Treasurer Dr. Velia Trinidad (CEU) Press Relations Officer Dr. Faustino Sunico (SJDEFI) PASMETH - the organization was formally registered at SEC on October 6, 1985 through the Committee on Legislation chaired by Mr. Cirilo S. Cajucom, with the help of legal counsel Atty. Dexter Bihis - PASMETH is also the founding organization of the ASEAN Association of Schools of Medical Technology (AASMT) through the initiatives of Dean Bernard Ebuen, Dr. Jose Jurel Nuevo, and Dr. Anacleta Valdez PASMETH SEAL  Circle – represent the continuity of learning and the never-ending quest for excellence in the academic field  Diamond – the four corners represent the four objectives of the Association: ✓ To encourage a thorough study of the needs and problems of Medical Technology and Public Health education and to offer solutions to them; ✓ To work for the enhancement and continuous development of Medical Technology education in order that the profession will be of maximum service to the country; PASMETH SEAL ✓ To take a united stand in matters which affect the interests of Medical Technology education; ✓ To seek advice, aid and assistance from any government or private entity for the fulfillment of the association's aims and purposes. Microscope – represents the field of Medical Technology and Public Health 1970 – the year the Association was founded  ROSTER OF PASMETH PRESIDENTS President Terms of Service Affiliation Dr. Gustavo U. Reyes 1970-1973 University of Sto. Tomas 1980-1981 Dr. Ibarra T. Panopio 1973-1974 Velez College Dr. Angelita G. Adeva 1974-1977 University of Sto. Tomas Dr. Elizabeth M. del Rio 1977-1980 Martinez Memorial 1982-1983 College Dr. Claro D. Cabrera 1981-1982 Far Eastern University Dr. Norma V. Lerma 1983-1984 University of Sto. Tomas Dr. Vicencio T. Torres 1984-1985 Luzon Colleges  ROSTER OF PASMETH PRESIDENTS President Terms of Service Affiliation Prof. Nardito D. Moraleta 1985-1988 Far Eastern University Dean Norma N. Chang 1988-1995 San Juan de Dios Educational Foundation, Inc. Prof. Rodolfo R. Rabor 1996-2000 University of Sto. Tomas 1982-1983 Dr. Nini F. Lim 2000-2002 Philippine Women’s University Dr. Zenaida C. Cajucom 2002-2010 World Citi Colleges and Martinez Memorial Colleges Dir. Magdalena F. 2010-2012 Far Eastern University PHISMETS - The Philippine Society of Medical Technology Students (PHISMETS) is the national organization of all Medical Technology/Medical Laboratory Science students under the supervision of PASMETH - it was organized in 2002, during the leadership of former PASMETH president, Dr. Zenaida C. Cajucom - the first PHISMETS advisers were Prof. Marilyn Bala (CHS), Prof. Nova Aida C. Cajucom (FEU-NRMF) and Prof. Zennie B. Aceron (UST) PHISMETS - the organization became inactive due to inevitable reasons, but was reorganized on November 25, 2006 at FEU-NRMF headed by Dir. Magdalena Natividad, then Chair of the Committee on Student Development, and Dean Bernard Ebuen - on February 24, 2009, PHISMETS held its first Medical Technology Student Congress at OLFU Valenzuela City - PHISMETS also conducts an annual Medical Technology Student Leadership Training and Strategic Planning usually during the month of May PHISMETS - the first PHISMETS Leadership Training Seminar was held at ATI-CAR Benguet State University in La Trinidad, Benguet on May 13, 2010 - since May 2014, a Council of Student Advisers (COSA) is designated yearly during the leadership training seminar to help facilitate and oversee the PHISMETS national organization and its local chapters THE SEAL  Three Circles - symbolizes the continuous active involvement to the national transforming venue of Medical Laboratory Science Students  Laurel - symbolizes nature and the continuation of life every year  Green Letters - correspond to the color health  5 bubbles from a test tube - represent the 5 objectives embodied in the constitution of the organization THE SEAL  15 Interconnected Molecules outside a test tube - signify the unity of the 15 Board Schools exploring various possibilities and aiming towards the integral growth and holistic development of Medical Laboratory Science Students  Microscope - signifies Medical Laboratory Science. FOREIGN PROFESSIONAL SOCIETIES Foreign and local laboratory professional societies for medical technologists have the same goals – to elevate the practice of medical technology/medical laboratory science and safeguard the welfare of their members. But each professional society has roles and functions unique to itself.