I always take this bible verse with me, "When the time is right, I, the Lord, will make it happen." Isaiah 60:22 

Everything still feels surreal. Those hurdles and trials that I've been through are God's way to fulfill everything that my heart truly desires for myself(The American Dream ) and for my family.

I'm grateful to Sir Romel, Ma'am Jennifer Canapi and to the whole Personnel International USA team for guiding me every step of the way.

To all medical professionals, may it be Medical Technologists, Nurses, Physical Therapists and other health care workers, I highly recommend PIUSA.

✨ Isaiah 60:22 ✨ After all the exams, waiting, and delays Finally I made it here 🇺🇸 practicing my profession as Medical Technologist. God really works in his mysterious ways. Thank you Mama, Papa & family for the support. It seems like yesterday we're just dreaming about this, it's always you Lord 🙏 I would also like to thank my agency who help me along the journey to what we called American Dream 🇺🇸 Personnel International USA, Sir Romel Canapi Team! If you are aspiring Medical Technologist, Nurse and other Health workers this agency is perfect for you. Highly recommended, with Sir Romel’s help everything gonna be smooth. The land of opportunity is waiting for you.

For anyone who is about to embark on this journey, let me share my timeline with you:

February 2022 - I passed my ASCPi exam

March 7, 2022 - I sent an email to Sir Romel asking for help to find a job

March 8, 2022 - I was given a list of requirements (This is a list of documents you need so they can process the application)

It took me a whole year to get my VisaScreen. 

April 21, 2023 - I sent all my documents

April 23, 2023 - Signing of agreement (It was clear and concise and most of the questions I had was answered already within the agreement contract) 

June 1, 2023 - I was asked to apply online to a facility (which didn't really work out because I can't input some information on the website)

June 12, 2023 - I got an email for a facility interview. It included an interview guide, a video about the town and zoom meeting information

June 20, 2023 - First scheduled facility interview

July 11, 2023 - I got an email for a second facility interview 

July 13, 2023 - I got an employment offer from my first interview 

July 14, 2023 - Second scheduled facility interview. I accepted the employment offer from the first facility that interviewed me. I was also asked to upload some documentation for the legal team. 

July 14, 2023 - FIRST PAYMENT

August 7, 2023 - My work visa petition was approved. I was given an email guide on how to set-up my consular interview

August 7, 2023 - SECOND PAYMENT

August 10, 2023 - they mailed out documents to Manila

August 15, 2023 - I got the documents from the Legal team. 

August 16, 2023 - I submitted my DS-160 form

August 24, 2023 - I got an embassy interview appointment schedule (You can reschedule this twice but no more than that. Also, check when you are paying for your interview schedule. Make sure you are paying the right amount in the bank for the right kind of visa. I made that mistake so please check the details before leaving the bank.)

September 19, 2023 - Embassy interview. After the interview, I got an email regarding the POEA OEC assistance checklist.

September 19, 2023 - THIRD PAYMENT

September 27, 2023 - e-Registration portal (This is where you will upload documents for phase 1 and 2 so you can get a clearance from the DMW (Department of Migrant Workers (formerly POEA)). The OEC clearance will serve as your exit permit when you pass through the immigration.) 

October 17, 2023 - OEC phase 2 documents sent.

October 21, 2023 - OEC clearance granted

October 23, 2023 - discussion of possible flight date

October 26, 2023 - Flight schedule given

November 7, 2023 - US-bound flight

To look for work abroad is a very difficult and stressful decision to make specially without someone to guide you through it. That's why I'm very grateful to Sir Romel and his team for helping me out during this process. All the instructions he gave me through email were clear and concise. His attention to detail was spot-on. Everything was documented. They sent timely replies through email and they also provided other contact information should you have questions. They coordinated everything and were very much willing to help. They asked for all the documents needed up-front to provide seamless processing of my papers. They were very easy to talk with, very professional and would set aside time to speak with me regarding matters I had questions about. I was endorsed properly to the facility I'm working for too. Some people may say it is too expensive but you will get the kind of attention you need to help you get to your destination promptly. You will get what you pay for and honestly, I think, even more. But this is not to say they will do everything for you. You also have to do your part and follow instructions given to you promptly. You have to work with them and coordinate everything. Communication is key. They have been doing this for years now so you can rest assured that you are in good hands. Keep going no matter how difficult it seems. Enjoy the process. Good luck and God bless you on your journey!

Our family would like to express our gratitude to PIUSA especially to sir Romel Canapi for having a smooth direct hire transaction. It only took us 3 months to wait for the process to get finished from the day when he got my job offer. Not only that he processed my papers, he also got a job offer for my husband who is also a medical technologist like me.

Sir Romel and Maam Jen always accommodates us from the start until deployment. They are always answering all my queries promptly and explained every step of the direct hire process. They even booked us our tickets for our flight.

I am also thankful to maam Milba of ACTS review center for recommending PIUSA to be our agency.

To all medical technologists who are aspiring to go to the United States, I highly recommend PIUSA and Sir Romel Canapi for direct hire placement processing of your application.

Everything feels surreal… One minute you’re in Manila and the next you’re in the U.S.A… American dream indeed! 

My dream started from passing the ASCPi exam, IELTS, WES, Visa Screen to deciding which path or agency to go with. It was a long bumpy road but there was only one option for us, to leave the soonest possible. With Sir Romel Canapi and Personnel International USA (PIUSA), they can make it happen in just 4 months, no matter if you’re single or a family of 4 like us! The process is the same and the line of communication is always open so you will not be at a loss. Sir Romel even went out of his way to greet us at the airport and bring us to our facility. We are very grateful!

Welcome to the U.S.A.!  We strongly recommend PIUSA to all healthcare professionals aspiring to live the American dream!

Our family would like to thank Personnel International USA for all the assistance they've provided us, especially Sir Romel Canapi. 

Having started my journey last January, our American dream has been fulfilled in just 5 months. Throughout the search for a facility, and then to arriving at Elgin North Dakota, Sir Romel's help has been invaluable. 

To date, I have maintained contact with him and PIUSA, and they have always been very supportive. 

To all healthcare professionals who are dreaming of working in the land of opportunity, I strongly recommend PIUSA

Grateful to Personnel International USA for helping my American dream come true It was very smooth and fast, thanks to Sir Romel Canapi. After I completed all the requirements needed, I emailed sir Romel immediately. It was August last year (2021) when I had my job interview with my employer and after a day, they already gave me a job offer. They started processing all my papers and in just 3 months I already have my US visa! Sir Romel is very responsive to all my inquiries, and the overall process was really quick. I have been here for a year already and PIUSA is still there to help and guide me in my journey here in USA. I highly recommend PIUSA to all healthcare workers dreaming to work here in the USA.

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I highly recommend PIUSA to all healthcare workers dreaming to work here in US.

I started considering the ‘American dream’ back in 2016, I was on my 2nd year in the profession back then and was really into the bandwagon of applying abroad. When I’ve gathered enough motivations, I took the ASCPi exam on 2017, and supposedly take the IELTS exam on the preceding year but I got caught up with busy schedules and yolo-ing so disappointingly it was pushed aside.

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It was when pandemic happened that I was given all the reasons to pursue this dream and wasted no time preparing for it. 2021 was a tough time but with God’s grace I was able to passed the exam. I immediately processed my Visa Screen but it seems like luck is not always on my side. The grueling process was supposedly a 3-4 mos waiting game but it took me almost 8 months to complete it. It was both mentally and financially draining but God really is the best tactician. I met a schoolmate of mine, Romena Castor during my Visa Screen processing. She was introduced to me by my friends/classmates Edward Paul Fortuna and Ma. Corazon Tejada (who are both direct hires too). We are all Public Health graduates from UPV and for everyone’s knowledge, BS Public Health graduates don’t have many options when it comes to staffing agencies as they prefer BS Medical Technology graduates.

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Fortunately Romena, who is now my US roommate, informed me about sir Romel Canapi and his Personnel International USA Agency. His agency focuses on Direct Hiring not only limited to MedTech's but also to other healthcare professions such as Nurses and Physical Therapists. Here’s a summary of our processing time with PIUSA.

Feb. 22, 2022 - I messaged sir Romel that I’m interested in joining his agency.

Feb. 23, 2022- I submitted the requirements to create a file for my application, we had a group call for the agency briefing and possible interview.

Feb. 25, 2022- 1st interview w/ the facility.

March 1, 2022- 2nd interview w/ the facility.

March 2, 2022- Got accepted + received the employment offer letter & job description.

March 8, 2022 - started the H1-B processing w/ the agency’s legal team.

March 9, 2022- applied for the State License

March 22, 2022 - paid my 1st agency fee.

March 23, 2022- DLIB received my State Lic. Application

March 25, 2022 - got my State License (my name was misspelled so I have to request for a name correction)

March 28, 2022- receive my updated State License

April 25, 2022 - petition for my H1-B was approved by the USCIS.

May 8, 2022 - received FedEx of my petition papers

May 11, 2022 - applied to DS 160 confirmation.

May 16, 2022 - appointment confirmed for USEM.

June 28, 2022 - flight to Manila

July 1, 2022 - USEM

July 11, 2022- received my stamped passport (US VISA)

July 20, 2022 - created a POEA account. (we learnt that Montana is not under the jurisdiction of Washington DC so we need assistance from a third party agency for our POLO)

July 26, 2022- reached out to Omanfil

July 27, 2022- paid Omanfil

July 29, 2022 - 2nd agency payment

Aug. 3, 2022 - proceeded to medical examinations even if not sure if our POLOs will be approved right away.

Aug. 11, 2022 - confirmed receipt of Manpower Request Letter addressed to Omanfil.

September 5, 2022 - Facility registration at POEA was completed.

September 7, 2022 - sir Romel and ma’am Jennifer booked us our tickets on September 12, 2022. We were informed that we need to attend the PDOS on September 9. (So basically, I only had one day to pack my things and settle some stuff before I go since I need to fly to Manila on the 9th )

September 12, 2022 - Flight

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Very blessed to have cross path with these people as they made my American dream come true in just a year. I mainly just sat back and waited until all my papers were completed. Sir Romel is very approachable and helpful in so many ways. He and his wife ma’am Jennifer both have this reassuring vibe when you talk to them, so it made all the waiting bearable. Overall, sir Romel and PIUSA made it happen even if we were the first Pinoys he sent off to Montana. Thank you sir and to all the staff of PIUSA who assisted us all throughout our USA journey.

Indeed, “At the right time, God will provide your need. At the right time, God will deliver you. At the right time, God will rescue you.”

Personnel International USA has been a Godsend in helping me achieve my dreams of working abroad to better help my family back in the Philippines. 

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It's been such an amazing journey so far! I am coming up on my first year in the United States, I've become well adjusted to my new life, the differences in culture, my workplace, and awesome co-workers.

I can't express enough gratitude to PIUSA, and to sir Romel who has assisted in facilitating my move from step 1 to my first step on U.S. soil! 

I highly recommend PIUSA to any healthcare worker wanting to start a better career and life in America! 🇺🇸

I never actually thought about the day that I would be the one writing this kind of testimony. From the bottom of my heart, I would like to thank Sir Romel Canapi of Personnel International USA for making my childhood dream come true. Thank you for wholeheartedly welcoming and helping us to land a job in the US.

It has been a long and difficult job-search for us for we are PH graduates but Sir Romel believed in us and our qualifications. The process was smooth and everything has been taken care of from the start of the hiring process. You could literally sit back, relax and enjoy while waiting for your legal documents. He helped us in almost every step - from securing an employer from our desired state to accompanying us to the hospital where we are deployed. We didn’t have to worry about other things because he treats us like family.

Also, thank you to Ma’am Milba of ACTS review center for recommending Sir Romel. I hope others too will find inspiration and take a step towards their goals. Thank you PIUSA and I hope that you could help more people reach their dreams. 🇺🇸

Hi there! My name is Jagrey and before I get to share my journey here in the US, I would like to give you a brief story of what I’ve went through before finally reaching my American dream.

After 3 years of working as a generalist in the Philippines, I decided to take a leap of faith and worked abroad. What made me decide to go overseas is that primarily I wanted to help my family back in the Philippines because my wage wasn’t sustainable plus, I also would like to venture out and grow professionally. So, when I saw postings of MedTech hiring for Saudi Arabia from workabroad.ph, I decided to apply. To my luck, working in Saudi Arabia had helped me in a lot of ways, I consider it my stepping stone to US. I have worked in one of the well-known hospital there and I am very fortunate that my wage there paved way for me to pay for all the exams and credentialling (i.e. ASCP, IELTS, visa screen) to be a certified US MLS.

I have always dreamed of working in the US and experience what is like to live here. Fast forward, my contract ended in Saudi and coincidentally it happened in 2020 which was also the start of the pandemic. At first, I thought I was hopeless. But then a friend of mine introduced me to sir Romel and PIUSA. This agency has given me tons of help, from finding a suitable employer, giving me interview tips, processing the paper works which was a lot but most of them were accomplished by PIUSA, getting my visa and finally bringing me safe to my town and workplace here in Langdon, ND.

I am very grateful to sir Romel and PIUSA for putting me in the place where I once dreamed of. And as sir Romel quoted me before, “ if an opportunity comes your way, don't be afraid to go and grab it!” And that's what i did! So for the healthcare warriors especially MTs who want to work here in the US and wants to try a direct-hire agency, I highly recommend PIUSA! 

When you are considering how to go about your application to achieve your American Dream, look not into staffing solutions but rather go for direct hire/direct placement agency like PI-USA, where they facilitate getting you an employer's interview with potential employers. Upon successful interview, the terms of employment are offered by the hospital/facility directly to the applicant and not by the agency. 

At PI-USA, I was set up for an interview with 2 facilities and landed up a job in a very caring and friendly community here in Northern Minnesota. The process was very swift even during the height of the pandemic. The time it took from the day of my job interview to visa issuance is just about 10 weeks. Romel makes it a point to negotiate with prospective employers the benefits for YOU -- the applicant, such as health and dental insurance package, reimbursement of your travel expenses (plane ticket), sign on bonus, night/weekend differential, holiday/OT pay and periodic salary increases as per company policy.  Some of these are not included in the benefit package offered thru staffing solutions company. Most of all, PI-USA and Romel Canapi is in good standing with the POLO and POEA.

Choosing the right path to your dream job is an investment of time, money and effort. Invest wisely.

The journey towards my American dream was never been easy because of the bitter-sweet experiences that came across. 2022 was the darkest time for me but a big thanks to my friend Edgar who recommended sir Romel of PIUSA to handle my case towards reaching my goal and that is to be able to work as an MLS here in USA. 

Trusting PIUSA has been the best decision I have ever made. Through PIUSA, I am now living my greatest aspiration. It was the fastest processing I have ever gone through since it only took them 4 months to make it possible. From the moment I gave all my requirements to the point I stepped here in US soil, indeed that fast. Mapapa sana all ka nalang talaga because even the deployment ban on PH that time did not affect my case. 

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To my fellow MedTech colleagues and all other healthcare professionals (RN, CNA, RT, PT, etc.), I highly recommend Personnel International USA ❤️

My sincerest THANK YOU to sir Romel for the genuine help and for giving me the opportunity to be in a harmonious workplace and awesome workmates. 

I hope you can help more people po. 

God bless 😇

I have the best experience wtih my US journey processing with Mr. Romel, he is very hands on from date of hiring up until our arrival into the USA. 

The whole process is very smooth, fast and easy. The team spoon fed their clients more than they needed. I went through a lot of agencies that consumed my 7 years, only to had it finish within 3 months by Mr. Romel, I hoped I got to know him earlier. 

Me and my family have our american dream, big thanks to Mr. Romel and his PIUSA team.

First of all, I would like to extend my gratitude for helping my American Dream made possible. From the very start, I knew already who I would come for help to process my documents for working visa. I remember we had this minor argument with my parents because I wanted your agency to help me start the process and my papa/mama were kind of hesitant because they didn’t even know you before and the agency. Nonetheless, I insisted them to just trust me. Now, I never regretted for putting my full trust in you during the process. I am thankful for reassuring me that even I got pregnant in no time, I could still go on with my dream to work in US.

Sir Romel is very kind and very patient to me everytime I kept on asking the same questions because sometimes I couldn’t understand the process/instructions and the same with my parents, too. He is also very transparent to us. He made it happen in a span of just 6 months. I am also surprise d that I came here so fast. I always recommend Sir Romel to all of my friends and colleagues to whom they would come for help also about their American Dream. 

By the way, I love my workplace here especially the people around me. Marcus Lewis, Stacy Johnson, and Nina Hollingsworth are so nice, kind and amazing people. God answered my prayer to put me in a workplace where people are kind and have a warming heart. 

Thank you, Sir Romel and team for doing such a great job in fulfilling my American Dream. I highly recommend Personnel International to all health care professionals who are seeking careers here in the US.

I am very grateful for the opportunity that I was able to receive, I didn't even have work experience after graduating, because I am an international student in the Philippines.I was having a hard time landing or finding any job/agency, but thankfully I got to know Sir Romel, and was able to find me a job in the US through his help. (very reliable and fast!)

Thank you Personnel International USA for seamlessly paving the way towards my American dream.

Personnel International USA is the bridge that made my dream of working in the US a reality. Everything was processed thoroughly and I didn’t have to worry much even when I arrived in the states

I am a Clinical Laboratory Scientist/ Medical Technologist currently working here in the United States. I was referred by my review center (ACTS) to Personnel International USA last 2018. Mr. Romel was very helpful from day one until deployment. The recruitment process took only about 4 months.  

I would definitely recommend Personnel International USA to other healthcare workers who are seeking employment here in US. Thank you Mr. Romel for helping me achieve my American dream!

I knew Sir Romel through my cousin who is also one of the many Medical Technologists Personnel International USA helped in fulfilling the American dream. I highly recommend this agency for its fast and reliable processing. It only took 4 months from accepting the job offer to deployment even in the midst of the pandemic.

Thank you Sir Romel and team for guiding me in every step and for always being one email away whenever I have inquiries. God bless you more!

It all started in the year 2010 when my husband and I talked about trying our luck at raising our family outside of the Philippines and we considered the USA for migration. So we processed our papers and took the ASCPi exam. After I passed the exam we started posting my resume online.  I applied on different job postings for the Medical Technologist positions in different hospitals in the US but got no response for most job postings prefer candidates who are already in the US. 

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I then tried different placement agencies, but their process involved that you will be placed in a H1B lottery in which you will either be given a H1B visa for that year or not.  After almost 5 years of no luck and we almost gave up, a friend of mine introduced me to her friend who is already working in the US.  It was through her that we met Mr. Romel Canapi who helped her find an employer in the states. 

Mr. Canapi has his own company that helps aspiring Med Tech like me find an employer through direct hires, which I say much better and faster than Staffing agencies that I tried.

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Mr. Canapi and my family stayed in contact and he helped me find an employer in the US, he coached me with what documents I need to process while waiting for an employer. Romel through Personnel International USA helped me and my family in every step of the way up until I got an employer, and even until we stepped to the US, my family and I can still count on Mr. Romel for support every time we need guidance.

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Mr. Canapi through Personnel International USA made the entire process to transition to the employer easy, fast, convenient and the professionalism is excellent. He also makes sure my family and I understand the step by step procedure and processes of working in the US.  And Mr. Canapi even helped us through the rigid process of acquiring our Permanent Residence as a family.

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I personally recommend Mr. Romel Canapi and his agency to all who wish to make their AMERICAN DREAM COME TRUE.

Now my family and I are permanent residents in the US.  A huge thank you to Mr. Romel Canapi and his supportive family for helping us reach our American dreams.

My name is Christia G., I've been working as a Medical Technologist for the past 13 years. I've worked in Saudi Arabia from 2010 to 2018.

In 2016, I've decided to take a leap of faith by taking ASCP and IELTS because I want to apply in the US and change my working environment. All my documents were ready but I can't find an employer who will sponsor me or hire me directly.

In 2017, I asked my former dean, Shirley Cruzada if she knows someone who can help me find a job in the US and she highly recommended Sir Romel Canapi, also a former Trinitian and his agency Personnel International USA. So I gave Sir Romel a message and asked for his help. He got me an employer by November 2017 and by February 2018, I flew directly from KSA to the US. Everything was smooth sailing and the agency always gave an update and even Sir Romel would have a long-distance call to let me know the status of my application.

I'm truly grateful to Sir Romel and his agency for letting my American dream come true.

Its been a pleasure working with Romel and his team. I appreciate their quick response, efficiency, and prompt follow-up to my queries during our collaboration. They’re able to understand the kind of work I was looking for, taking into consideration my strengths and putting me forward to the right job. They were always there to help throughout the process. I would highly recommend Romel and his team for your job placement needs!

I have personally known Romel for almost 30 years now (Wow! 30 years?!). Without his help, encouragement, and perseverance, I will never be where I am today and for that, I will be forever grateful and humbled by the way this changed my life. 

Personnel International USA is a 100% reliable placement agency. In addition to their excellent immigration lawyers that take care of the whole process, they have a large network of employers that will guarantee your placement in no time. You will be guided every step of the way. 

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The American dream does come true!

Personnel International USA did a fantastic job in helping me to achieve my American dream.

The processing was quick, efficient, and very professional. They made sure that I am well guided all throughout and when questions come up they are always willing to help. 

Thank you and God bless Mr. Canapi and team! 

Working with the agency has been a blessing since day one. Everything was planned thoroughly with time table set up just for my case. I had no problem getting the job that I have now, and had no difficulty on processing my documents since the agency helped me firsthand. And now, looking back, I dont think Ill be here without the agency’s aid. I am very blessed to be able to trust them and thankful for all their efforts. 

I want to say thank you to Personnel International USA for helping me secure a great job opportunity here in the US. I am impressed with the way that this team handled my application process. They were able to provide enough information on how the whole process works, very responsive to my emails and phone calls and really worked hard to advance my application. 

Also, they helped us process our Permanent Residency and in less than 5 years we received our Green cards.(God is so Good!) 

They really helped us achieve the American Dream and I strongly recommend their services to anyone planning to work here in the US.