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Job Summary Under the direction of the Laboratory Medical Director and Director of Laboratory Services. Performs clinical testing in at least two of the following areas:  blood bank, microbiology, serology, chemistry, hematology, or urinalysis. Obtains and receives specimens, understands method principles, performs QC procedures, interprets results as to accuracy, acceptability and critical limits. Works independently, organizing work to meet established deadlines. Core Job Responsibilities Obtains blood specimens by skin puncture or venipuncture using appropriate technique and maintaining the integrity of the specimen in relation to the test performed. Prepares samples for analysis and accurately and efficiently. Evaluates suitability of specimen for analysis:  appropriately accepting or rejecting specimens according to laboratory policy. Evaluates laboratory results through correlation with common physiological conditions.  Reports test results accurately and...

Job Summary Under the general supervision and direction of the Cardiac Cath Lab Manager or Charge Nurse operates the x-ray equipment involved in performing a cardiac catheterization in accordance with the New York State Radiology Standards.  Also renders direct patient care in accordance with the Code of Ethics for nurses, and standards of care, mission and philosophy, and hospital policies and procedures. Core Job Responsibilities Responsible for operating the x-ray equipment Assists the cardiologist and nurse in delivering direct patient care Functions in sterile field environment:  setting up tables, prepping patients and scrubbing/assisting cardiologist. Operates hemodynamic monitors, computers, runs tracing and documents events during procedures Assists in restocking in the unit Assists the CV-RN in aspects of the nursing process to direct patient care through observation, assessment and...