Laboratory Assistant - Sample Collection

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Job Summary: Join a reference laboratory that unites science and compassion, acting ethically and collectively tackling new challenges — responsibilities span from biological sample collection and triage to material management and sector organization. Key Highlights: 1. Experience in a reference laboratory with ethics and challenge-solving 2. Conducting internal and external biological sample collections 3. Assisting across various departments and maintaining laboratory organization What We’re Looking For? If you seek experience at a reference laboratory in Jaraguá do Sul and surrounding areas, join Fleming! Here, we unite science and compassion in everything we do — acting ethically and tackling new challenges together! Become part of our team. Responsibilities: * Adhere to the laboratory’s code of ethics; * Use PPE and engineering controls per biosafety training; * Comply with biosafety regulations. * Collect biological samples; * Prepare materials required for external collections; * Perform external biological sample collections; * Perform biological sample triage (forward samples from collection rooms and reception to technical departments; label samples from external collections; centrifuge and transfer samples between departments); * Print daily work maps in the Laboratory Information System (LIS); * Restock materials in collection rooms; * Assist technicians, as requested, in performing tests in Hematology, Coagulation, Microbiology, Urinalysis, Washing, Parasitology, Biochemistry, and sending tests to support laboratories; * Monitor timing for serial collections using the clock; * Restock materials, as requested, in Hematology, Coagulation, Microbiology, Urinalysis, Washing, Parasitology, and Biochemistry departments; * Record sector forms per the Quality Assurance System; * Maintain cleanliness and proper functioning of laboratory equipment. * Ensure safety for yourself, clients, visitors, and the environment; * Perform external services at companies, banks, and post offices (when necessary); * Store processed samples; * Dispose of processed and stored samples; * Request and control collection, hygiene, and cleaning supplies; * Perform equipment washing; * Perform material sterilization activities; * Check water levels in water baths; * Maintain order in administrative tasks within the department; * Empty trash bins and clean common laboratory areas when necessary (e.g., absence of the designated cleaning staff); * Keep the department clean and organized; Requirements: * Completed high school education; * Currently pursuing higher education in related fields such as Biomedicine or Pharmacy (Biochemistry); * Driver’s license Category B; * Availability for various shifts; Preferred Qualifications: * Prior experience in clinical laboratories or compounding pharmacies Additional Information: * Schedule: Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday — 6:30 AM to 12:30 PM; Wednesday and Friday — 4:30 AM to 10:30 AM; Saturdays — 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM (Schedule may change based on demand on specified days); * Salary: To be determined * Location: Downtown, Jaraguá do Sul — SC Even if you don’t meet all the qualifications, feel free to submit your resume! We’ll retain it in our talent database for future opportunities!