Caila Shane De Alca

Recent board passer with a Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology, well prepared for a career in a laboratory setting with acquired knowledge and hands-on experience. Seeking an opportunity to apply and further strengthen scientific and technical skills in a clinical laboratory setting.

Clinical Internship Experience:

Mary Johnston Hospital (Tondo, Manila | Aug 2023 – Feb 2024)

• Obtained blood samples for laboratory testing in outpatients and emergency room department through venipuncture and capillary puncture methods. 
• Processed specimens and executed laboratory tests in areas including Clinical Chemistry, Hematology, Clinical Microscopy, Histopathology, and Microbiology sections. 
• Conducted chemical analysis on body fluids, including blood and urine to determine the presence of normal or abnormal components. 
• Performed peripheral blood smear, manual (when necessary) and automated cell count on samples. 
• Processed samples using semi-automated procedures and manual urinalysis and fecalysis.
• Used computerized database software to record findings and prepare reports. 
• Ensured test-result validity before recording and reporting patient results.

• Performed phlebotomy procedures, ensuring accurate specimen collection and patient comfort, and received specimens in accordance with laboratory protocols in the outpatient section. 
• Processed specimens and executed automated laboratory procedures in areas including Clinical Chemistry, Hematology, and Clinical Microscopy. 
• Performed manual histotechnology procedures, including tissue processing, embedding, sectioning, and staining in the Histopathology section. 
• Received, labeled, and processed a wide range of Microbiology specimens (blood, urine, stool, sputum, swabs, and body fluids). 
• Performed donor screening, collected blood from voluntary donors, labeled, processed, and stored blood units according to Blood bank protocols and regulatory guidelines; and conducted a range of serological assays including rapid tests, agglutination tests, and blood donor screening tests in the Blood bank/Serology section. 
• Recorded, validated, and reported laboratory results accurately in laboratory information systems for physician review and patient care.

St. Joseph College of Bulacan (Sta. Maria Bulacan | March 2020)

• Strand: Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (STEM)

• Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology