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MT 1A Introduction to Medical Technology with Science, Technology & SocietySeat no. 39 Romulo Vincent S. Perez August 1, 2012
PASMETHThe Philippine Association of Schools of Medical Technology and Public Health, Inc.
Objective: PASMETH is the national organization of all recognized schools of Medical Technology in the Philippines. It was formed in 1970 in the hopes of maintaining the highest standards of Medical Technology/Public Health education and to foster closer relations among these schools.
Historical background: On May 13, 1970, Director Narciso Albarracin appointed Dr. Serafin Juliano and Dr. Gustavo U. Reyes to organize an association of Deans/Heads of Schools of Medical Technology and Hygiene. The first organizational meeting was held at the University of Santo Tomas on June 22, 1970. The first sets of officers were:
The first annual meeting was held at the University of Santo Tomas on May 17, 1971. The first set of officers was reelected for a second term on April 30, 1972. For the school year 1972-1973, the elected officers were:
Others who served as PASMETH presidents were: Dr. Ibarra Panopio (1973-1974)Dr. Angelita G. Adeva (1974-1977)Dr. Elizabeth M. del Rio (1977-1980)Dr. Gustavo Reyes (1980-1981)Dr. Claro D. Cabrera (1981-1982)Dr. Elizabeth M. del Rio (1982-1983)
Dr. Norma V. Lerma (1983-1984)Dr. Vicencio T. Torres (1984-1985)Prof. Nardito Moraleta (1985-1988) Dean Norma N. Chang (1988-1995)Prof. Rodolfo R. Rabor (1996-2000)Dean Nini F. Lim (2000-2002)Dean Zenaida C. Cajucom (2002 up to present)
President Dr. Gustavo ReyesVice-President Dr. Serafin JulianoSecretary/Treasurer Dr. Velia TrinidadPress Relations Officer Dr. Faustino Sunico
President Dr. Gustavo ReyesVice-President Dr. Claro CabreraSecretary/Treasurer Dr. Elvira SilvaPress Relations Officer Dr. Faustino Sunico
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CONSTITUTION AND BY-LAWS OF THE PHILIPPINE ASSOCIATION OF SCHOOLS OF MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY/MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE /
BIOMEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE and PUBLIC HEALTH INC. (PASMETH)
PREAMBLE: WE, the head and faculty members of the different schools of Medical Technology/Medical Laboratory Science/Biomedical Laboratory Science and Public Health in the Philippines, in our desire to maintain the highest standard of Medical Technology/Medical Laboratory Science and Public Health education and to foster closer relationship among us, and among our schools, do hereby form this Association to be governed by this Constitution and By-laws, imploring the aid of the Divine Providence. ARTICLE I –NAME, SEAL AND OFFICE Section 1. The name of the organization shall be PHILIPPINE ASSOCIATION OF SCHOOLS OF MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY/ MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE/BIOMEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE and PUBLIC HEALTH INC. (PASMETH). Section 2. The office of the Association shall be at the School of the President of the Association. Section 3. The seal shall be circular and shall bear the name of the Association. Inside the circle is a diamond shaped figure which shall encase a microscope with the word PASMETH written across itself, and below the microscope is written the year when the Association was founded (1970). The color of the seal is as follows: background is gold; circle and diamond are yellow; the microscope and letterings are in black while the word PASMETH is in green. Section 4. The seal of the Association shall be used solely for the Association as hereinafter provided. ARTICLE II- DEFINITION OF TERMS
1. ASSOCIATION shall refer to as provided under Section 1 of Article I. 2. SCHOOLS shall refer to the institutions, colleges or universities in the Philippines
offering Baccalaureate and Graduate Programs in Medical Technology/Medical Laboratory Science/Biomedical Laboratory Science and Public Health which have been recognized by the Commission on Higher Education.
3. FACULTY OF MEMBER SCHOOLS- shall refer to the faculty members who have been
registered as Medical Technologists/Medical Laboratory Scientists/Biomedical Laboratory Scientists by the Professional Regulations Commission, teaching professional subjects and other subjects within the approved Baccalaureate and Graduate Programs in Medical Technology/Medical Laboratory Science/Biomedical Laboratory Science and Public Health.
4. FACULTY TEACHING RELATED COURSES shall refer to the faculty members
teaching non-professional courses within the approved Baccalaureate and Graduate
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Programs in Medical Technology/Medical Laboratory Science/Biomedical Laboratory Science and Public Health.
5. HEAD shall refer to the school official designated as Dean, Acting Dean, Assistant Dean,
Officer- in –charge, Executive Officer, Chairman, Academic Coordinator, Academic Director or Area Coordinator having Administrative functions and is responsible for the college / department.
ARTICLE III- MEMBERSHIP Section 1. Membership in the Association shall be open to all Schools, Colleges, or Universities offering Baccalaureate and Graduate Programs in Medical Laboratory Science/Medical Laboratory Science/Biomedical Laboratory Science or Public Health approved by the Commission on Higher Education as represented by the dean, head, or equivalent as such. The membership shall also be open to all full-time faculty members of the Medical Technology/Medical Laboratory Science/Biomedical Laboratory Science) and Public Health Schools, and/or teachers handling professional courses related to Medical Technology/Medical Laboratory Science/Biomedical Laboratory Science courses. This shall also include medical technologists/medical laboratory scientists/Biomedical Laboratory scientists in Clinical Laboratories which are DOH-BHFS accredited and licensed as training laboratories for Medical Technology/Medical Laboratory Science/Biomedical Laboratory Science interns. Section 2. Membership shall be divided into two (2) following categories:
A. SCHOOL MEMBERSHIP shall refer to CHED-recognized schools/colleges/universities offering Baccalaureate and Graduate Programs in Medical Technology/Medical Laboratory Science/Biomedical Laboratory Science or Public Health.
B. INDIVIDUAL MEMBERSHIP
1) REGULAR MEMBERS- Regular membership shall be confined to all Deans, Heads or its equivalent and faculty teaching professional courses in the member schools of the Association.
2) ASSOCIATE MEMBERS- Associate membership shall be given to faculty
members teaching non-professional courses in Medical Technology/Medical Laboratory Science/Biomedical Laboratory science Courses and Medical Technologists/Medical Laboratory Scientists/Biomedical Laboratory Scientists training Medical Technology/Medical Laboratory Science/Biomedical Laboratory Science students/ interns in accredited clinical laboratories.
3) HONORARY MEMBERS- Honorary membership may be conferred upon
those who have distinguished themselves by outstanding contributions towards the upliftment of the Medical Technology/ Medical Laboratory Science Education/Biomedical Laboratory Science in our country or abroad and/or outstandingly worked for the welfare, prestige and dignity of the Association.
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4) LIFE MEMBERS- Life membership may be conferred upon any regular
member of the Association who has retired from any Medical Technology/Medical Laboratory Science/Biomedical Laboratory Science School or has ceased from teaching Medical Technology/Medical Laboratory Science course/s, provided he has been a member in good standing continuously for ten years and/or has distinguishly served the Association.
ARTICLE IV- THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS Section 1. COMPOSITION AND FUNCTION: The Board of Directors shall be composed of fifteen (15) regular members who shall be elected every two years during the Annual meeting of the Association. It shall constitute the governing body during the interim between meetings of the General Assembly. Section 2. TERM OF OFFICE:
Provided, that, the Members of the Board who have been elected as Officers, they shall be ranked in accordance with the number of votes they get to determine their term of office.
The term of office of the officers shall be for two years or until their successors shall have been qualified with eligibility for re-election for another term or until their successors shall have been qualified. No officer shall serve for more than three (3) consecutive terms.
The first three (3) Board Members of those NOT ELECTED AS OFFICERS shall serve for a period of two (2) years. The remaining three (3) Board Members shall serve for a period of one (1) year, Section 3. The immediate past president shall be an ex-officio member of the Board of Directors and shall serve as a consultant therein. ARTICLE V- OFFICERS Section 1. OFFICERS: The officers of the Association shall be a President, a Vice President for External Affairs, a Vice President for Internal Affairs, a Secretary, an Assistant Secretary, a Treasurer, an Assistant Treasurer, an Auditor and a Public Relation Officer. Section 2. TERM OF OFFICE:
Provided, that, the Members of the Board who have been elected as Officers, they shall be ranked in accordance with the number of votes they get to determine their term of office.
The term of office of the officers shall be for two years or until their successors shall have been qualified with eligibility for re-election for another term or until their successors shall have been qualified. No officer shall serve for more than three (3) consecutive terms.
The first three (3) Board Members of those NOT ELECTED AS OFFICERS shall serve for a period of two (2) years. The remaining three (3) Board Members shall serve for a period of one (1) year,
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ARTICLE VI- MEETING Section 1. ANNUAL MEETING: The annual meeting shall be held on the last week of April or first week of May. The place shall be decided by a majority vote of the Board of Directors. Section 2. REGULAR MEETING: The regular meeting of the Board of Directors shall be held at least once a month on a date to be fixed by its members on rotation basis in different schools hosted by the schools represented by the Board of Directors. Section 3. SPECIAL MEETING: Special meeting of the Board of Directors of the Association may be held at any time upon the call of the President or eight other members of the Board of Directors. Section 4. QUORUM: A majority of the members who have registered in an annual or a special meeting shall constitute a quorum. ARTICLE VII- FUNDS AND FINANCES Section 1. GENERAL FUND - The fund of the Association shall consist of annual membership fees, contributions of the members, donations, and gifts to the Association from various sources. Section 2. HANDLING OF FUNDS- all funds of the Association shall be kept in a bank or trust under the name of the Association, PASMETH Inc., with the President and the Treasurer as signatories. Section 3. ANNUAL BUDGET- The Board of Directors shall prepare and approve the budget in accordance with the needs and activities of the Association or as the Board requires from time to time. Section 4. ANNUAL REPORT- The audited financial report shall be presented by the Treasurer during the Annual Assembly. ARTICLE VIII- AMENDMENTS Section 1. Amendments to the constitution may be effected by a majority vote of the registered members on a meeting duly called for the purpose, provided that the members shall have been notified of such meeting at least one month in advance. ARTICLE IX- EFFECTIVITY Section 1. This constitution shall take effect immediately upon ratification by the body.
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Ratified on: April 27, 2007 at Supreme Hotel, Baguio City,during the PASMETH 37th Annual National Convention.
Prepared by: COMMITTEE ON RULES AND LEGISLATION(Sgd)
Dean Anacleta P. ValdezChairman
(Sgd)
Prof. Rodolfo R. RaborCo-chairman
(Sgd)
Dean Carlos. S. de LeonMember
BY- LAWS
CHAPTER I- OBJECTIVES Section 1. The objectives of the Association shall be:
a) To encourage a thorough study of the needs and problems of Medical Technology/Medical Laboratory Science/Biomedical Laboratory Science and Public Health Education and to offer solutions for them.
b) To work for the enhancement and continuous development of Medical
Technology/Medical Laboratory Science/Biomedical Laboratory Science and Public Health Education in order that the Profession will be of maximum service to the country.
c) To take a united stand in matters which affect the interests of Medical
Technology/Medical Laboratory Science/Biomedical Laboratory Science and Public Health Education.
d) To seek the advice, aid and assistance from any Government or Private entity for the
fulfillment of the Association’s aims and purposes.
CHAPTER II- DETAILS ON MEMBERSHIP Section 1. ELECTION TO THE HONORARY MEMBERSHIP: The Board of Directors may elect persons as honorary members nominated by the Committee on Membership, who have risen to prominence for their outstanding contributions to the upliftment of Medical Technology/Medical Laboratory Science/Biomedical Laboratory Science education, by a majority vote of the Board of Directors.
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Section 2. REGISTRY BOOK, MEMBERSHIP CERTIFICATES AND CARDS: All members shall be registered in a registry book provided for the purpose and will be provided with membership certificates and cards which shall entitle them to all rights and privileges pertaining and incidental to membership. Section 3. MEMBER OF GOOD STANDING: Any member shall be considered in good standing if he pledges support to its Constitution and By-Laws, has good moral character and if he is not in arrears in his dues to the Association and has shown continuous professional development through active participation in the annual national convention and other related activities of the Association Section 4. SUSPENSION OR EXPULSION OF MEMBERS: Members may be suspended or expelled from the Association by two-thirds vote of the Board of Directors after due hearing. Section 5. THE BASIS FOR EXPULSION OR SUSPENSION: The basis of expulsion or suspension shall be as follows:
a.) Misappropriation of any of the funds of the Associationb.) Conviction of a crime by court of competent authority involving moral turpitude.c.) Scandalous conduct or conduct unbecoming of a member of the Association.d.) Failure/ Inability or refusal to comply with the requirements of the Constitution and By-
Laws of the Association.e.) Obtaining admission or reinstatement into the Association by false statement,
concealment, deception or evasion of facts.f.) Preparing and/or filing false and malicious charges against any member for personal
interest.
Section 6. APPEAL: A member who has been found guilty by the Board of Directors may file a written appeal for reconsideration to the Board of Directors en banc within thirty days after the decision, provided that the appeal is signed by at least five members in good standing. A majority vote of the Board of Directors en banc shall be binding and final. Section 7. PAYMENT OF ANNUAL DUES. Annual dues shall be paid by all members in the amount of:
Regular members: Php. 200.00Associate members: Php. 150.00Member schools: Php 1000.00
during the annual convention and every year thereafter. Non-payment of the annual dues for two (2) consecutive years and after due notice to the members thereof by the Treasurer shall pro facto delist such member from the roll with the suspension of rights and privileges appertaining. Notwithstanding, members who were delisted as such shall reacquire the membership and the rights and privileges upon payment of the proper dues as it may deem proper. Section 8. RESIGNATION: A member, officer, or member of the Board of Directors, by giving a written notice of resignation to the President or the Secretary or to the Board of Directors as the case may be, may resign, and such resignation shall take effect from the receipt thereof, provided all dues to date of resignation have been paid.
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CHAPTER III- BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Section 1. COMPOSITION: The Board of Directors shall be composed of fifteen members as provided for in Article III, Section 1 of the Constitution. Section 2. FUNCTIONS: The corporate powers of the Association shall be exercised, its operations managed and its property controlled by the Board of Directors. Section 3. VACANCY: A vacancy on the Board of Directors occurring otherwise than by expiration on the term may be filled by the candidate who garnered the number sixteenth position during the last election of the Board of Directors at large, but to serve only the unexpired term. Section 4. RESIGNATION A member of the Board of Directors may resign from such capacity only upon formal presentation of his letter of resignation to the Board of Directors through the Secretary. All properties and accountabilities of the Association in his/her possession shall be surrendered to the President upon formal acceptance of his/her resignation by the Board of Directors.
CHAPTER IV OFFICERSSection 1. SPECIAL DUTIES:
A. THE PRESIDENTThe President shall have the powers provided for in this Constitution and By-
Laws of the Association and in addition also:1. To preside at all meetings of the officers, Board of Directors, and the Association.
He/she shall cast his vote only in cases of ties.2. To represent the Association and to supervise its activities.3. To countersign all disbursement of the funds of the Association as authorized by
the Board of Directors.4. To sign the Certificate of the Membership Card, and other papers affecting the
association.5. To discharge all other functions inherent to this position and such other duties as
may be requested by the Board of Directors.6. To create, combine, or dissolve all appointive committees, subject to the consent of
the Board of Directors.7. To submit report of activities of the association during annual assembly. B. THE VICE PRESIDENT
In the absence or incapacity of the President, the Vice President for Internal Affairs shall perform all the duties of the President.
The Vice President for External Affairs shall assist the President in matters
pertaining to affairs relating to cognizant agencies like CHED, PRC, PAMET and the like.
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The Vice President for Internal Affairs shall assist the President in all matters
pertaining to the management and operation of the Association.
C. THE SECRETARYThe Secretary shall perform all the functions provided for in the constitution and
By-Laws and shall in addition:1. Call, when ordered by the President or majority of the Board of Directors, all
meetings and keep all minutes of such meetings.2. Keep an updated list of members including their classification, standing, and status as
members.3. Sign with the President all Certificates of Membership, Membership Card, and certify
under his signature with the seal of the Association on all other matters that requires his signature.
4. Prepare correspondence and serve as custodian of the seal, records, banners, papers, and other properties of the association.
D. ASSISTANT SECRETARY
The assistant secretary shall assist or help the secretary in the performance of his functions. In the absence or incapability of the Secretary, the assistant secretary shall perform all the duties of the Secretary.
D. THE TREASURER
The treasurer shall perform the following functions:1. Take charge of all funds and other properties pertaining to financial matters of
the Association.2. Receive accounts and keep all funds properly receipted and deposited the
same in a bank designated by the Board of Directors.3. Disburse funds only through approved vouchers signed by the President.4. Render a report to the members of the Association of all accounts during the
annual assembly.5. Perform such other functions that may from time to time be assigned or
entrusted by the Board.
E. ASSISTANT TREASURER The assistant treasurer shall assist or help the treasurer in the performance of his
functions. In the absence or incapacity of the Treasurer, the assistant treasurer shall perform all the duties of the treasurer.
F. THE AUDITOR
The Auditor shall perform the following functions:1. To audit expenditures of the Association funds and to complete such audit
within one month after expenditures were made.2. To audit and approve the annual financial report of the Treasurer.3. To make recommendation from time to time regarding proper procedure for
the disbursement of funds.
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G. THE PUBLIC RELATION OFFICER
The Public Relations Officer shall perform the following functions:1. To render publicity of the undertaking of the Association after proper
consultations with the President and the members of the Board of Directors.2. To represent the Association in press conference in such need arises.
Section 2. RULES OF SUCCESSION: In the event of resignation, removal, or death of the Incumbent President, the Vice President for Internal Affairs shall automatically succeed him. However, in the event that the latter is unable to assume office for the same preceding reasons, the Board of Directors shall immediately elect a President from among themselves. Section 3. RESIGNATION: Any officer may resign from his office upon formal presentation of his letter resignation to the Board of Directors through the Secretary. The resignation from his office shall not be construed as a resignation from the membership of the Board of Directors unless specifically stated. Section 4. EXPULSION: Expulsion of any officer shall follow the same procedure as the expulsion of the member of the Board of Directors. Section 5. VACANCY: Vacancy in any office shall be filled by electing any member of the Board of Directors to such vacancy by a majority vote of the Board of Directors. The new officer shall serve the unexpired term.
CHAPTER V – COUNCIL OF ADVISERS
Section 1. The Council of Advisers shall be created through a Board resolution. Section 2. FUNCTIONS: The functions of the Council of Advisers shall be determined by the Board through a resolution.
CHAPTER VI- ELECTION Section 1. THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS: The Board of Directors shall be elected at large from the regular members of the Association during the General annual meeting. Section 2. ELECTION OF OFFICERS: The officers shall be elected by the Board of Directors from among themselves within fifteen (15) days after their election into the Board. The officers to be elected are: The President, the Vice President for Internal Affairs and Vice President for External Affairs must be Deans, Heads or its equivalent. The rest of the positions may be occupied by regular members. Section 3. QUALIFICATION TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS: Members shall be eligible to the Board of Directors if he has the following qualifications:
1. a Filipino citizen;
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2. a regular member in good standing of the Association; 3. a graduate of at least Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology/Medical Laboratory Science/Biomedical Laboratory Science and Public Health; and 4. a registered Medical Technologist/Medical Laboratory
Scientist/Biomedical Laboratory Scientist. Section 4. QUALIFICATION OF PRESIDENT AND VICE PRESIDENT: The President and the Vice President shall be a Dean, Head, or its equivalent as such of a member school of the Association.
Section 5. ELECTORAL COMMITTEE: An electoral committee consisting of three members shall be appointed by the Board of Directors in one of its regular meeting. They shall elect from among themselves a chairman. Notice shall be served to each appointed member to know his/her response to such decision to the Board of Directors. In the event, that the nomination from the floor on the convention day can only be effected if in case no electoral Committee has been formed. After which, the electoral committee shall exercise the following powers:
a.) Determine prescribe, and enforce laws and rules for the proper conduct of the election consistent with the Constitution and By-Laws.b.) Receive and conduct complaints against any candidate and take appropriate action after due investigation of any violation of the laws prescribed. c.) Announce and certify to the general membership the winning candidates immediately after the election.
Section 6. NOMINATION: Nomination of a candidate to the Board of directors may be made by any regular member in good standing on election day to the newly formed Electoral Committee. Nominated candidate shall be notified by the newly formed Electoral Committee and such nominated candidate must manifest his willingness and acceptance to the position. Section 7. INSTALLATION: The elected members of the Board of Directors shall be proclaimed by the electoral committee after the canvassing of vote at the end of the annual meeting, and shall assume office immediately after their formal induction. The officers of the Association shall be elected from among the members of the Board of Directors which shall also be presented by the chairman of the Electoral Committee in accordance to the Chapter VI, Section 2 of the By-Laws.
CHAPTER VII - COMMITTEES Section 1. The following are the standing Committees of the Association.
a.) Committee on Ways and Meansb.) Committee on Curriculum and Syllabusc.) Committee on Domestic and Foreign Relations
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d.) Committee on Continuing Educatione.) Committee on Financef.) Committee on Membershipg.) Committee on Electionh.) Committee on Rules and Legislations
Section 2. Special Committees and sub committees shall be formed by the Board of Directors as
the need arises. Section 3. The chairman of each standing committee shall be appointed by the President and
shall serve for two years.
CHAPTER VIII- STANDING RULES ON MEETINGS Section 1. The Board of Directors may adopt its own rules of procedures for the proper conduct
of all meetings. Section 2. All meetings shall be conducted in accordance with Parliamentary Procedures.
CHAPTER IX- AMENDMENTS TO THE BY-LAWS Section 1. Effectivity of this By-laws shall be immediately after ratification by the body.
Ratified on: April 27, 2007 at Supreme Hotel, Baguio City,during the PASMETH 37th National Annual Convention.
Prepared by: COMMITTEE ON RULES AND LEGISLATION
(Sgd) Dean Anacleta P. Valdez
Chairman
(Sgd)Prof. Rodolfo R. Rabor
Co-chairman
(Sgd)Dean Carlos S. de Leon
Member
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PAMETThe Philippine Association of Medical Technologists, Inc.
Pillars of PAMET:
Past:1. Mr. Crisanto Almario2. Mrs. Virginia Cabuenos3. Ms. Josefina Acayan4. Ms. Josefina Tombo5. Ms. Clarita Centeno6. Ms. Bienevida Cruz7. Mrs. Cecilia Cabailo8. Ms. Remedios Manansala9. Ms. Antonia Geraldez10. Mrs. Felisa de Leon
11. Mrs. Florentina Catanghal12. Ms. Cecilia Roque (UP)13. Mr. Jesse Umali (PUC)14. Mr. Romulo Tabo (PUC)15. Ms. Juanita Sarmiento (UST)16. Ms Corazon Diaz (UST)17. Mr. Bernardo Tabaosares (FEU)18. Mr. Santos Sanchez (FEU)19. Mr. Isabelo Samonte (CEU)20. Mr. Rodolfo Villaroman (CEU)
Present:President Leila M. FlorentoVice President Ronaldo E. PunoExecutive Secretary Gina A. NobleTreasurer Eleanor P. GarciaAuditor Luella A. VertucioPRO Gamaliel A. Fulgueras
Directors
Lily M. AlquizaSoledad L. BautistaJosephine M. AgoncilloAngelita S. AlviarLito G. AtienzaMarivic C. BaniquedEdwin C. CancinoMarua S. IsaisRazel L. Kawano
Immediate Past President Agnes B. MedenillaRegional Director: Northern Luzon
Diego L. Ofiaza
Regional Director: Southern Luzon
Constancia M. Samarta
Regional Director: Visayas Rosario P. BarridoRegional Director: Mindanao Richard D. Tabuniag
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It was originally organized on September 15, 1963 by Mr. Crisanto G. Almario at the Public Health Laboratory in Sta. Cruz, Manila.
It had its first convention and election of officers on September 20, 1964 at the Far Eastern University wherein Mr. Charlemagne Tamondong became the first President.
It was incorporated and registered at the Securities and Exchange Commission on October 14, 1969 with Reg. No. 39570, during the presidency of Mr. Nardito D. Moraleta.
On June 21, 1969 R.A. 5527 also known as the Philippine Medical Technology Act was enacted into law.
On June 22, 1973, P.D. 223 was approved creating the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC). PAMET was officially recognized as the only Accredited Professional Organization (APO) of registered Medical Technologists in the Philippines.
Presidents and accomplishments:Charlemagne T. Tamondong (1963-1967) Emergence of the ProfessionNardito D. Moraleta (1967 – 1970 ) Professional RecognitionFelix. E. Asprer (1970-1971, 1973-1977) Legislative AgendaBernardo T. Tabaosares (1971-1973) Celebration of the PracticeAngelina R. Jose (1973) Career AdvocacyVenerable C.V. Oca (1977-1981) Educational EnhancementCarmencita P. Acedera (1982-1991) Image BuildingMarilyn R. Atienza (1992-1996) ProactivismNorma N. Chang (1997 – 2000) International LeadershipAgnes B. Medenilla (2001-2002, 2005-2006) Organizational DynamismShirley F. Cruzada (2003-2004) Interdisciplinary NetworkingLeila M. Florento (2007-present) Beyond Expectations
Accomplishments: Its recognition as a profession Approval of House Bill No. 7082 on May 10, 1967 Approval of RA 5527 (Medical Technology Act of 1969) Organization of chapters outside Manila Registration of PAMET with International Association of Medical Laboratory
Technologists (IAMLT) Organization of the council of medical technology Approval of PD 498 (amendment of RA 5527) Amendment of Teves law Proclamation of the 3rd week of Septemeber as Philippine Medical Technology Week
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Continuing medical technology education Medical missions with free laboratory services National interschool medtech quiz contest Closer coordination with other professional organization Scholarship programs for medtech students Acquisition of its official secretariat/headquarter found at Cityland 10 Tower 2 Unit
1720, 6617 Ayala North, Makati City
Affiliation of PAMET: PAMET is affiliated with local professional associations namely Council of Professional Health Associations (COPHA), Philippine Federation of Professional Associations (PFPA), Council of Health Agencies (CHAP) and Philippine Council for Quality Assurance in Clinical Laboratories (PCQACL).
Internationally, PAMET is affiliated with ASEAN Association of Clinical Laboratory Sciences (AACLS), Asia Association of Medical Laboratory Scientists (AAMLS), International Federation of Biomedical Laboratory Scientists (IFBLS) and Asia-Pacific Federation of Clinical Biochemistry (APFCB).
Hymn: Beloved PAMET
From various lands races and placesWith grateful hearts we blend our voices
This day to our beloved.PAMET from whence unity and love cometh.
We join together in brotherhoodTo live up to thine ideals we should
In fields of advancement and learningThy noble goals maybe our bearing.
Loyal and true we’ll be to theeBeloved PAMET this we say,
For service to God and humanityWith joy we sing for thee till eternity.
Music: Francis Jerota PefancoLyrics: Hector Gentapanan Gayares, Jr.
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Logo:
The Circle symbolizes the continuous involvement where practice and education must always be integrated.
The Triangle is the trilogy of Love, Respect and Integrity.
The letters are Green, the color of health.
The Microscope and Snake symbolize the science of Medical Technology Profession.
The year 1964 was the year of first PAMET election.
MedTech Prayer:
God, who, by calling us to the vocation of a medical technologists, has placed upon us the obligation of being a constant help in the scientific care of the sick, grant us by Thy divine light a deep insight into the serious responsibilities of our tasks.
By Thy divine wisdom, awaken in us a growing zeal and determination to increase our knowledge of how to search for the underlying causes of sickness and disease; how to recognize the evidence of physical changes; how to make important chemical analyses, and other valuable test so helpful in caring for the sick.
By Thy divine love, permit us in this way to share with those who directly care for the sick, which thus we may be constantly working through the eternal physician, Christ our Lord, Amen.
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International Association of Medical Technologists Code of Ethics:
As I enter the practice of medical technology, I shall:
Accept the responsibilities inherent to being a professional. Uphold the law and shall not engage in illegal work nor cooperate with anyone engaged. Avoid associating or being identified with any enterprise of questionable character Work and act in a strict spirit of fairness to employer, clients, contractors, employees and
in a spirit of personal helpfulness and fraternity toward other members of the profession. Use only honorable means of competition for profession employment or services and
shall refrain from unfairly injuring, directly or indirectly the professional reputation, projects or business of a fellow medical technologist.
Accept employment from more than one employs only when there is no conflict of interest.
Perform professional work in a manner that merits full confidence and trust with absolute reliability, accuracy, fairness and honesty.
Review the professional work of other medical technologist when requested, fairly and in confidence whether they are subordinates or employees, authors of proposals for grants or contracts, authors of technical papers or other publications or involved in litigation.
Advance the profession by exchanging general information and experience with fellow medical technologists and other professionals and by contributing to work of professional organizations.
Restrict my praises, criticisms, views and opinions within constructive limits and shall not use the knowledge know for selfish ends.
Treat any information I acquired about individuals in the course of my work as strictly confidential and may be divulged only to authorized persons on entities or with consent of the individual when necessary.
Uphold the dignity and respect of my profession and conduct myself a reputation of reliability, honesty and integrity.
Be dedicated to the use of clinical laboratory science to promote life and benefit of mankind.
Report any infractions of these principles of professional conduct to the authorities responsible for enforcement of applicable laws or regulations, or to the ethics committee of the Philippine Association of Medical Technologists (PAMET) as may be appropriate.
To these principles, I hereby subscribe and pledge to conduct myself at all times in a manner of befitting the dignity of my profession.
