The Associate is required to have close visual acuity including color, depth perception, and field of vision to perform an activity, such as assessing patients, preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; or extensive reading. Under general supervision, performs a variety of patient procedures in accordance with policy and procedure and as ordered by the RN or physician such as performing EKGs, oro-nasal or pharyngeal suctioning, and initiating intravenous fluid therapy (isotonic fluids).