Republic of the Philippines

Professional Regulation Commission

Manila

PROFESSIONAL REGULATORY BOARD OF MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY

RESOLUTION NO. 72
Series of 2022

CODE OF ETHICS OF THE MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY PROFESSION

WHEREAS, Section 7 of Republic Act No. 5527, also known as “Philippine Medical
Technology Act of 1969”, as amended, created a Board of Examiners for Medical
Technology (Board);

WHEREAS, Section 11 thereof states that the Board is vested with authority to look
into conditions affecting the practice of medical technology in the Philippines and
whenever necessary, adopt such measures as may be deemed proper for the
maintenance of good ethics and standards in the practice of medical technology and
to draft such rules and regulations as may be necessary to carry out the provisions
of the law;

WHEREAS, the Code of Ethics was first published by the Philippine Association of
Medical Technologist (PAMET) in 1968 prior to the approval of R.A. No. 5527 in 1969.
It was then revised in 1997;

WHEREAS, in 2012 and 2014, a review of the Code of Ethics for Medical Technology
was conducted by the Board and while the contents were found to be comprehensive
enough, the Board still finds the need to elaborate on some statements and to include
other commitments to continuously improve the professional skills and knowledge of
the medical technologists;

WHEREAS, in 2018, the Board formed a Committee composed of representatives

from various key sectors like the academe, industry, and laboratory practitioners to
review the present Code of Ethics;

WHEREAS, in 2019, the Board, together with the Committee members, organized
the articles (Code) into its final draft. However, the onset of the global pandemic in
2020 resulted in the disruption and changes in priority in the work of the Board and
the Committee;

WHEREAS, on June 25, 2021, the Board and the Committee members resumed its
work towards the finalization of the Code for the Commission’s adoption and
approval;

NOW, THEREFORE, the Professional Regulatory Board of Medical Technology

(Board) RESOLVES to prescribe, promulgate and issue this CODE OF ETHICS OF
THE MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY PROFESSION:

PREAMBLE

This Code of Ethics is promulgated to provide the medical technologist with proper
ethical and professional standards in the practice of Medical Technology to ensure
the safety and welfare of patients. This Code sets forth the fundamental ethical
principles and the professional responsibilities of the medical technologist towards
patients, the healthcare system, the community, his/her colleagues, self, and the
profession, allied professionals and the health products industry. The medical
technologist shall cherish and take pride in his/her calling and conduct himself/herself
in accordance with this Code and the generally accepted principles of the
International Code of Medical Technology Ethics.
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ARTICLE I
GENERAL PRINCIPLES

Section 1. The primary objective of the practice of medical technology/medical

laboratory science is service to mankind, without bias to a patient’s or colleague’s
race, religion, gender, political belief or medical condition.

Section 2. A medical technologist shall commit to the highest degree of

professionalism, excellence, competence and integrity in the practice of the
profession.

Section 3. A medical technologist shall adhere to principles of quality and safe

practice.

Section 4. A medical technologist shall put the patients’ interest above his/her own.
A medical technologist shall perform his/her duties with competence and integrity
and shall maintain the confidentiality of all the patients’ information in accordance
with the existing legislation.

Section 5. A medical technologist shall be accountable and responsible for his/her

professional and personal conduct, and is expected to demonstrate good judgment
and behavior to ensure excellent laboratory performance for the best possible patient
care.

Section 6. A medical technologist shall contribute to the profession’s development

through lifelong learning such as self-development, mentorship, or collaboration with
institutions and accredited local, national and international organizations in medical
technology.

Section 7. A medical technologist shall maintain allegiance and a deep sense of civic
responsibility towards his/her community and country.

Section 8. A medical technologist shall treat other professionals with respect and
foster cooperation and collaboration among them.

Section 9. A medical technologist shall refrain from engaging in activities which may
give rise to conflict of interest.

ARTICLE II
RESPONSIBILITIES TO PATIENTS

Section 1. A medical technologist shall attend to patients faithfully, conscientiously

and timely and shall secure for them all possible benefits that may depend upon
professional skill and care. A medical technologist shall be polite, courteous,
attentive, reassuring and caring.

Section 2. A medical technologist shall dutifully perform his/her tasks, regardless of

the patient’s age, gender, creed, or nationality.

Section 3. A medical technologist shall seek appropriate assistance, according to

established protocols in situations beyond his/her knowledge and skills.

Section 4. A medical technologist shall keep all patient’s information and results
obtained with strict confidentiality, except when the disclosure is required by
pertinent laws, rules and regulations.

Section 5. A medical technologist shall only engage in lawful and appropriate

procedures that promote the best interest and safety of the patient.
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ARTICLE III
RESPONSIBILITIES
TO SELF AND TO THE PROFESSION

Section 1. A medical technologist shall personify professionalism, integrity,

responsibility, accountability and competence in the conduct of his/her professional
as well as personal life.

Section 2. A medical technologist shall continuously update and upgrade knowledge

and skills in the practice of the profession brought about by modernization as well as
scientific and technical advancements in the profession.

Section 3. A medical technologist shall ensure compliance with the medical

technology law, other related laws and regulatory policies affecting the practice of
the profession.

Section 4. A medical technologist is duty-bound to report to the proper authorities

illegal acts and other violations in the practice of the profession, including illegal
practice, for the protection of the public.

Section 5. A medical technologist shall actively support and apply principles, policies
and guidelines for the protection of the environment, especially in biosafety and
biosecurity practices.

Section 6. A medical technologist shall ensure compliance with Quality Assurance

Program following the standards of Good Laboratory Practice.

Section 7. A medical technologist shall endeavor to engage in community or social

work where their services are needed, such as but not limited to cases of emergency,
disaster or other similar circumstances.

Section 9. A medical technologist shall fulfill the duties and responsibilities as a

member of the accredited professional organization through active participation in
continuing professional development and other activities and to respect the
constitution and by-laws of the organization.

Section 10. The medical technologist shall accept reasonable professional fees on
matters relative to research, consultancy, and activities that require his/ her
expertise in the field of medical laboratory science and/or allied sciences.

Section 11. A medical technologist shall accept, carry-out and discharge the
responsibilities inherent to being a professional. He/she shall uphold the dignity of
the profession by imbibing the virtues of reliability, honesty and integrity.

ARTICLE IV
RESPONSIBILITIES
TO COLLEAGUES AND OTHER PROFESSIONALS

Section 1. A medical technologist shall establish cooperative, honest and respectful

working relationships with other medical technologists.

Section 2. A medical technologist shall act in the spirit of fairness and maintain a
culture of fellowship with the members of the medical technology and other
professions.

Section 3. A medical technologist shall maintain harmonious working relationships

with other professionals of different interdisciplinary practice and respect the scopes
and limitations of their practice vis-à-vis the other professions.
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ARTICLE V
PROFESSIONAL RELATIONSHIP WITH
THE HEALTH PRODUCT INDUSTRY (HPI)

Section 1. A medical technologist shall collaborate with HPI for the advancement of
medical technology and the quality of healthcare services.

Section 2. A medical technologist shall foster a relationship that encourages the

development of a healthcare professional practice that is committed to patients' well-
being and is based on truthful, accurate, and updated scientific evidence.

Section 3. A medical technologist shall interact with HPI to meet the highest ethical
standards, preserve independent decision-making and uphold public confidence in
the integrity of patient care and product and service selection.

Section 4. A medical technologist shall collaborate with HPI within the bounds of
applicable laws and codes of conduct for the best interest of the patients.

Section 5. A medical technologist shall collaborate with HPI for professional

advancement on new technologies and equipment through educational and
experiential training.

Article VI
PENAL PROVISIONS

Pursuant to the power of the Board to issue, suspend and revoke Certificates of
Registration for the practice of medical technology, violation of any section of the
Code of Ethics shall constitute unethical and unprofessional conduct, and shall
therefore be a sufficient ground to reprimand, suspend, or revoke the Certificate of
Registration of the offending medical technologist in accordance with the provisions
of RA No. 5527, as amended, and Republic Act No. 8981 (PRC Modernization Act of
2000).

Article VII
AMENDMENTS

Amendments to the Code of Ethics may be initiated by the Board, in consultation with
the Accredited Professional Organization (APO) and other stakeholders. The final
proposed amendments shall be submitted for approval by the Board to the
Commission.

Article VIII
EFFECTIVITY

This Code of Ethics shall take effect after fifteen (15) days following its publication in
the Official Gazette or in any newspaper of general circulation.

Let copies hereof be furnished the UP Law Center and the APO for the Medical
Technology profession.

Done in the City of Pasay, this 13th day of September, 2022.

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ATTESTED:

APPROVED:

VACANT
Chairperson

JOSE Y. CUETO, JR. ERWIN M. ENAD

Acting Chairperson Commissioner

DATE OF PUBLICATION IN THE

PHILIPPINE STAR : Sept. 16, 2022
DATE OF EFFECTIVITY : Oct. 02, 2022
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Annex 1

Revised Code of Ethics

As I enter the practice of Medical Technology, I shall:

 Accept the responsibilities inherent to being a professional

 Uphold the dignity and respect of my profession and conduct myself a reputation
of reliability, honesty, and integrity

 Perform my task with full confidence reliability and accuracy.

 Treat any information I acquired about individuals in the course of my work as

strictly confidential

 Commit myself to continuously improve my professional skills and

knowledge

 Share my knowledge and expertise to my colleagues

 Contribute to the advancement of the professional organization and other allied

health organizations

 Act in a spirit of fairness to all and a spirit of brotherhood to other members of the
profession

 Restrict my praises, criticisms, views, opinions within constructive limits

 Accept employment from more than one employer only when there is no conflict
of interest

 Be dedicated to the use of Clinical laboratory science to promote life and benefit
mankind

 Uphold the law and shall not engage in illegal work

 Report any violation of the above principles of professional conduct to the

authorized agency and the ethics committee of the organization.

To these principles, I hereby subscribe and pledge to conduct myself at all times in a
manner befitting the dignity of my profession.