Leonila Binucalan

MLPAO-certified Medical Laboratory Technician Assistant with 160+ hours of clinical co-op experience in venipuncture, 12-lead ECG recording, and specimen processing. Adept at following laboratory SOPs, infection control protocols, and chain-of-custody procedures. Supported by 3+ years in regulated community healthcare (VHA Home Healthcare). Seeking a full-time MLT/A role in a clinical or hospital laboratory setting.

MLTA Practicum Student - Med-Health Laboratories Ltd. - Toronto ON

(2026-01 - 2026-02)

• Performed 100+ venipunctures and capillary punctures on adult patients using correct tube selection, order-of-draw, and aseptic technique per lab SOPs.
• Performed 20+ 12-lead ECGs; verified patient identity, applied leads per protocol, and ensured tracings met quality standards before physician review.
• Greeted patients, scanned and filed requisitions, and maintained organized patient flow.
• Applied proper techniques for collection of blood, urine, and fecal specimens.
• Stocked vacutainer tubes and maintained supply inventory for daily blood collection.
• Performed microbiology specimen processing including Gram staining, subculturing, and plating under supervision.
• Adhered to health and safety standards, infection control, and confidentiality protocols.
• Maintained professional interpersonal communication with patients, peers, and supervisors.

Personal Support Worker (Community) - VHA Home Healthcare

(2023-06)

• Delivered personal care and mobility support to community clients, maintaining accurate care records and reporting health status changes to supervising nurses.
• Demonstrated sustained patient-facing reliability in a regulated healthcare setting (3+ years).
• Assisted clients with daily living activities, errands, and safe mobility in the home environment.

Medical Laboratory Technician Assistant Diploma - Medical Laboratory Science - Medix College of Healthcare (2026-02)