CARLA MARIE M. TALENS, RN, RMT, MT (ASCPi)
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Objective
Interested to apply in an organization where I can apply my knowledge and skills in
Medical Technology.
Work Experience
Acting Chief Medical Technologist/Quality Management Representative
Unihealth-Baypointe Hospital and Medical Center, Olongapo City
February 1, 2013 to Present
Directs and coordinates activities of workers who perform chemical, microscopic, and
bacteriologic tests to obtain data for use in diagnosis and treatment of diseases. Assigns workers
to duties and oversees performance of tests in fields of microbiology, chemistry, histology,
hematology, immunohematology, and serology. Prepare purchase requisition of supplies and
equipment of the laboratory. Reviews test results to ensure quality control. Periodically review and
revise laboratory procedures to improve quality of services rendered. Coordinate education and
training programs for laboratory personnel. Perform duties and responsibilities of a staff Medical
Technologist as needed.
Medical Technologist
Unihealth-Baypointe Hospital and Medical Center, Olongapo City
March 12, 2012 to January 31, 2013
Perform serological, bacteriological, biochemical, hematological and microbiological
laboratory examinations that aid physicians in diagnosing diseases. Collects blood and
other body fluids needed for laboratory tests, performs calibration and quality control
procedures, ensures all results are released and logged, and prepares monthly report of
all laboratory examinations.
Student Nurse
Perpetual Help College of Manila Affiliated Hospitals, Manila
November 2006 to October 2008
Under the supervision of a Clinical Instructor I assisted physicians in the implementation
of planned management of patient care. Rendered procedures such as wound cleaning
and dressing change, point of care glucose monitoring, administration of drugs, served
as circulating/scrub nurse in the operating room. I also educated clients in the
community on prevention of diseases and overall health management.
Medical Technology Intern
Santo Tomas University Hospital/Jose R. Reyes Memorial Medical Center, Manila
October 2003 – October 2004
Executed and analyzed tests in areas including chemistry, hematology, urinalysis,
serology, histology and bacteriology to aid physician in diagnosing and treating disease.
Performed laboratory procedures under the supervision of the Clinical Instructor or Staff
in different sections such as Phlebotomy, Preparation of blood components, Cross
Matching, Blood typing, Complete Blood Counts, Preparation of slides for Hematology,
Microscopy, Pathology, like Malarial Smears, PAP Smears and AFB, Urinalysis, Stool
Exam, Cell Counts (Body Fluids), Culture and Sensitivity Testing, Assisted Pathologists
in some autopsies. Operated and calibrated an assortment of laboratory/testing
equipment and performed various chemical, microscopic and bacteriologic tests.
Educational Background
Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Perpetual Help College of Manila, October 2008
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Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology, University of Santo Tomas,
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October 2004
Other Education: Diploma in Computer Aided Design, Advanced Computing Institute,
Los Angeles, August 2010
Exams/Certifications
Registered Medical Technologist, Philippines
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Certified Medical Technologist-International by American Society for Clinical
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Pathology, September 2010
Registered Nurse, Philippines
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Skills/Trainings
Donor Recruitment, Retention and Care Seminar, Philippine Blood Coordinating
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Council, March 22, 2013.
Advanced Cardiovascular Support Provider, American Heart Association, 2010-
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2012
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel and Microsoft
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Powerpoint.
Excellent communication skills, fluent in English (IELTS 7.5) and Filipino
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languages.