Marie Lorraine Arcala
Medical Technologist
San Mateo, Rizal
Summary
Hardworking, passionate, and dependable Medical Technologist specializing in technical work and have strong organizational skills. Offers comprehensive, hands-on experience preparing histologic slides from tissue sections to prepare for microscopic examination. Valued team player with in-depth knowledge of quality control standards. Work effectively with clinical staff to provide information and resolve problems. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Histotechnologist
Philippine National Police Forensic Group
Quezon City
12.2019 - Current
- Performs histopathologic techniques such as embedding tissue sections, microtomy, and staining of slides for specimen from Forensic pathology/autopsy.
- Assist the pathologist during the grossing and cutting of organ/tissue specimen submitted;
- Prepare reagents for tissue processing;
- Process tissue specimen submitted;
- Ensure the implementation of Quality Policy (ISO 9001:2015);
- Ensure the operational condition, cleanliness, condition of equipment and availability of supplies of the Histopathology Laboratory;
- Responsible for the preservation and safekeeping of records and evidences;
- Assist in releasing of reports to the requesting party or authorized representatives;
- Attend conferences, seminars, and lectures;
- Perform other tasks as directed by the Division Chief
Division ISO Focal Person
Philippine National Police
Quezon City
12.2019 - Current
- Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
- Prepare for Internal and External Audit with the Division Chief.
- Submit Key Performance Measures and adhere to the standard set by ISO.
Anatomic Medical Technologist
Providence Hospital, Inc.
Quezon City
07.2016 - 12.2019
- Performs histopathologic techniques such as embedding tissue sections, microtomy, and staining of slides for specimen from Surgical Pathology and Cytology
- Participates in the training of Medical Technology interns
- Maintains and keeps the Histopathology area and facilities
- Assists the Pathology Resident or In-House Pathologist in the gross examination of the specimen and ensures that all tissue sections are loaded completely and tallied from the gross examination
- Encodes patient’s data and gross description for Surgical Pathology, Fluid Cytology, and Pap’s smear
- Forwards the official report to different departments and offices of the hospital in the absence of the Intern
- Receives telephone calls and responds to the queries regarding Histopathology results
- Files microscopic slides and paraffin blocks, Surgical and Cytology reports, Autopsy protocols, official communications, and other records of the sections
- Perform other related functions as may be assigned by the superior
Education
Master of Science - Medical Technology
University of Santo Tomas
Sampaloc Manila, Philippines 09.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Medical Technology
Trinity University of Asia
Quezon City, Philippines 06.2011 - 04.2015
Skills
Documentation Management
Tissue Processing
Specimen handling
Problem-Solving
Flexible and Adaptable
Office administration
Timeline
Master of Science - Medical Technology
University of Santo Tomas
09.2021 - Current
Histotechnologist
Philippine National Police Forensic Group
12.2019 - Current
Division ISO Focal Person
Philippine National Police
12.2019 - Current
Anatomic Medical Technologist
Providence Hospital, Inc.
07.2016 - 12.2019
Bachelor of Science - Medical Technology
Trinity University of Asia
06.2011 - 04.2015