Geographic Distribution and Names of Accredited Medical Clinics
The accredited medical facilities are distributed across major Philippine cities with eight (8) clinics located in Metro Manila, two (2) clinics in Cebu City, and one (1) clinic in Davao City. These clinics include well-known hospitals and medical centers such as Makati Medical Centre and Davao Doctors Hospital. The full list specifies clinic names and exact addresses to ensure applicants can easily identify the authorized institutions.
Obligations of Concerned Agencies and Entities
All agencies and entities involved in the processing and deployment of Filipino OCWs bound for Malaysia are instructed to direct applicants exclusively to these accredited clinics for their medical examinations. This ensures compliance with Malaysian government requirements and streamlines the medical clearance process for overseas employment.
Compliance with Existing Rules and Regulations
Applicants must comply with prevailing rules and regulations governing the conduct of medical examinations. This implies that examinations shall adhere to both Philippine health standards and those mandated by the Malaysian government for entry and employment.
Purpose and Legal Effect
The memorandum serves as an official advisory communicating the list of authorized clinics to all relevant stakeholders. It aims to prevent the use of unauthorized medical clinics and uphold the integrity of the medical clearance for Filipino workers traveling to Malaysia. The directive is issued to ensure proper medical screening and safeguard the health standards required under bilateral agreements.
Administrative Authority and Date of Adoption
The memorandum circular is issued and adopted by the Administrator of the Philippine Overseas Employment Administration (POEA) on January 11, 1996. It reflects the official policy and administrative procedure for overseeing medical examination accreditation relevant to overseas employment in Malaysia.