California Association for
Medical Laboratory Technology
Representing Laboratory Professionals
in the State of California
in the State of California
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California Association for Medical Laboratory Technology |
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CAMLT Winter Seminar North
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February 4, 5, 18, 19 & |
John Muir Medical Center (Concord) |
8:30am - 6pm |
$80 per day |
Additional information, exact locations of seminars, seminar abstract, registration forms, and related educational/course material for purchase are updated regularly at: http://www.camlt.org/review_12.html
A note of gratitude from Bob H., CLS:
"I just wanted to thank you again for all your efforts with the class. Anyone who tries to go it alone is foolish. The exam is extremely difficult. I cannot imagine anyone passing the ASCP exam without first taking your review course. It is impossibly difficult to organize an individual study effort. No comparison to the original CA state exam I first took in '76."
You have the best opportunity of securing a seat in your "first choice" session if you register early.
The 2011 CAMLT Convention was held October 6-9 at the lovely Hyatt Sacramento. Views of the Capitol from the hotel's banks of windows made a pleasant backdrop for the three days of workshops, social events, committee meetings and the House of Delegates. Three full days of workshops were offered and were well-attended; over 450 sessions were purchased. Exhibit booths were placed around a spacious central gathering spot, so vendors could mix and mingle with the attendees as they enjoyed refreshments. Each day featured social events too, to provide relaxation from all that serious learning and give all a chance to get to know new faces.
34 delegates from 15 chapters met on Saturday to review the year just past, reward the hard work of chapters and individual members, and give consideration to the comments and motions of the delegates. The fact that nearly 50 per cent of the delegates were newer members of the laboratory profession was cause for rejoicing.
There has been some gloomy discussion in recent months among CAMLT members and leaders, due to less-than-expected membership and a financial picture that mirrors that of the national economy. The Board of Directors had spent many hours in serious planning for the best course for CAMLT in the coming years. Change is definitely needed, and change is the order of the day.
A revamped web site and the addition of a social media presence are in the works. Our newer members have offered to give their time and insight to bring these changes to reality. A full schedule of seminars will be offered during the year, with at least eight days of state-sponsored CE units to help members and non-members fulfill their licensure renewal requirements, these in addition to the many chapter sponsored seminars. CAMLT's Governmental Affairs Committee and our legislative advocate will be closely monitoring proposed changes in regulations and newly introduced legislation.
Because CLS and MLT students are the future of the laboratory profession, our insurance that future laboratories will maintain the standards in force in California, CAMLT takes great pride in supporting training programs. 100 plus students participated in Student Day on October 7, and were given a chance to present their student projects. CAMLT's Education and Research Foundation surprised eight students with monetary awards. All students in California programs are given complimentary membership in CAMLT.
The Fun Night featured spicy foods, lively music and casino tables packed three-deep with gamblers vying for prizes. The Lab-Pac Luncheon gave attendees a chance to hear a very interesting discussion of the actual progress of a bill in the Assembly by Assemblyman Dr. Richard Pan, as well as insight into how a constituent may best gain the ear of a legislator.
Saturday's Banquet saw the installation of Dora Goto, East Bay Chapter, as President of CAMLT. 2010-2011 President Janet Vogel thanked her Board of Directors, the Committee Chairs and the members for their loyalty and support of CAMLT. The CLS of the Year Award was presented to Deborah Revier, of San Diego Chapter. The full story on that announcement will appear in the next issue of Newsline.
Congratulations are in order to Patty Fawkes and Jane Bruner, the co-chairs of the 2011 Convention.
More news and pictures will appear elsewhere - in Newsline Online, and on the CAMLT Facebook page.
February 4th & 5th UC Davis Medical Center, Sacramento
March/April at Kaiser Regional Laboratory in North Hollywood
May in the Long Beach area
June in Reno, NV
September 21-23, 2012 - 73rd Annual
Convention:
"TECH TONIC ... a seismic event"
Rebecca Rosser, Past-President
On June 24, 2011, a special meeting of the Clinical Laboratory Technology Advisory Committee [CLTAC] was held. This meeting was called to allow the Personnel Regulation Subcommittee of CLTAC to report their recommendations to the whole CLTAC committee.
As you may recall on August 12, 2010, CAMLT was notified by Laboratory Field Services that the long awaited Personnel Regulations DPH 08-001 were available for review and comment. CAMLT, along with many other interested parties, submitted comments to Laboratory Field Services. The comment period ended on September 27, 2010.
In the mean time, the CLTAC committee determined that a subcommittee should be formed to review the Personnel Regulation packet, despite that fact that the comment period had already expired. Jim Ottosen, Leslie Revier and I represented CAMLT on that subcommittee. Along with 17 other members, we met a number of times and formulated a recommendation to be presented to the CLTAC committee. The CLTAC committee is charged with providing advice and making recommendations to Laboratory Field Services.
Fast forward to June 24, 2011. The CLTAC meeting was convened and the first agenda item was Departmental News reported by Pam Dickfoss, who is the Acting Deputy Director.
As part of her report, she stated that there were more than 300 responses and 15,000 [yes, you read that right] comments received during the comment period. Based on those comments Laboratory Field Services reviewed and amended the regulations. At that point, they felt that because of the number and complexity of the comments, a decision was made to withdraw the original Personnel Regulation Packet, DPH 08-001, which will occur by mid July and resubmit an amended regulation packet by Sept. 2011.
Jim Ottosen, then commented that the function of the CLTAC committee was to "assist the Department by providing advice and making recommendation for the establishment of rules and regulations..." and that by refilling the new packet in September without the CLTAC's input, would bypass the function of the committee, as stated in B&P Sec. 1228. Ms. Dickfoss then agreed that the CLTAC should see the draft regulation packet prior to the submission to allow input.
Ms. O'Keefe wanted to ensure that everything was done according to rule, so she wanted to verify with the Office of Regulation that this indeed can occur. According to Ms. Dickfoss, after the regulation packet is officially submitted, it then becomes confidential, but prior to the submission, in draft form, it can go the CLTAC.
If this indeed happens, the CLTAC subcommittee, would meet to review this draft regulation packet to give a recommendations to the full CLTAC and those recommendations could be used as part of the re-vamp.
The meeting finally turned to having the recommendations of the subcommittee on the original packet [the one being withdrawn] presented for acceptance and approval from the CLTAC. This was accomplished and then there was a comment that even though this packet was being withdrawn, Laboratory Field Services could use these recommendations for the re-vamp.
Stay tuned for more information on the Personnel Regulations Packet. When the revised packet is filed, there will be a new comment period open and CAMLT will be looking to you for your input.
We have just posted our latest Distance Learning Courses - DL-999, entitled "Vitamin D" and DL-001 "Hantavirus: A Special Pathogen" These courses join our list of many courses which can be completed online to earn CE.
CAMLT maintains an ongoing program of Distance Learning courses. There are many 1, 2 and 3 CE courses covering a variety of topics and levels of difficulty listed on our Distance Learning page. Most of the courses can be completed "on-line" or printed and submitted via mail or fax to our office in Fremont. Payment for the courses can be by PayPal, credit card or check. Have you tried CAMLT's Distance Learning courses? This is a great way to pick up those last minute CE units if you find yourself short at license renewal time or to earn those CE when you can't attend a seminar program. Check out the full list of available courses here or by clicking on the menu link on the top left of the page - Continuing Education/Distance Learning Courses
All Clinical Laboratory Scientists are now on a two-year licensing cycle. The former one-year licensees have all been converted to the two-year cycle expiring on their birthday in 2010 or 2011. All renewals now require 24 CE to renew for the next two-year period. CE units must be earned during the current two-year licensing period for your next renewal. You cannot "carry over" excess CE from the last licensing period or earn units after expiration of your license.
CAMLT encourages all licensees (CLS, MLT and CPT) to earn their units early to avoid last minute problems getting the required units. We have an active program of quality educational events at both the state and local level which should allow licensees to earn their CE in a timely fashion. Check out our Continuing Education Calendar to see a listing of upcoming programs.
If you are close to renewal and don't yet have the required
units, CAMLT's Distance Learning is an excellent way to get those
last minute units. There is a variety of course topics and
many of the courses can be completed on-line. Use the menu
link above or click here to access our Distance
Learning course list.
Important Information Regarding CLS, MLT and Phlebotomy License Renewals:
The Laboratory Field Services Web site to verify licensure is: http://www.cdph.ca.gov/programs/lfs/Pages/PersonnelWebsiteLookup.aspx
Laboratory Field Services has now certified several national examinations as acceptable for CA licensing. Applicants will still need apply to LFS and pay the license processing fee, are still required to meet California training standards, and also to pass a short on-line quiz testing their knowledge of State Law. For additional information check the Our Professions section of this website.
