Sharon Kaliszewski-Lewellin
Mora
Summary
Accomplished Laboratory Assistant with expertise in specimen processing and laboratory safety protocols at CentraCare Health. Enhanced team collaboration and streamlined workflows, achieving a 20% reduction in sample contamination. Proficient in laboratory techniques and biohazard management, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and maintaining meticulous laboratory documentation.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Laboratory Assistant
CentraCare Health - St. Cloud Hospital
St. Cloud, Mn
11.2025 - Current
- Assisted in specimen collection and processing for laboratory analysis.
- Operated various laboratory equipment to support testing procedures.
- Maintained accurate records of laboratory tests and results.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols and cleanliness standards.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow efficiencies.
- Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab.
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
- Reduced sample contamination risks through rigorous adherence to proper specimen handling techniques.
- Served as a reliable source of information for colleagues seeking assistance or clarification on laboratory procedures or equipment use.
- Contacted physicians, nursing stations, or reference laboratories for resolution assistance with unusual test orders.
- Maintained safe, tidy and organized laboratory environment for accurate test results.
Paramedical Examiner
Quest Diagnostics
Edina, MN
05.2025 - 01.2026
- Conducted comprehensive health assessments and medical histories for insurance underwriting purposes.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to ensure accurate and timely collection of medical information.
- Utilized electronic medical record systems to document findings and streamline reporting processes.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory standards during examinations and data handling procedures.
- Analyzed data trends to identify areas for process improvement in examination efficiency and accuracy.
- Interviewed customers to record medical history and lifestyle information.
- Packaged and shipped samples to laboratory for processing.
- Accurately calculated customer BMI and body composition using height and weight measurements.
- Handled challenging situations calmly, resolving conflicts or concerns promptly and professionally when they arose during examinations or scheduling processes.
- Increased examiner productivity by utilizing effective organizational strategies for daily tasks and responsibilities.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of paramedical examination protocols, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
- Promoted continued growth as a Paramedical Examiner by regularly attending industry conferences, workshops, or online courses to stay current on emerging trends and best practices.
- Efficiently scheduled appointments, optimizing examiner availability and minimizing travel time between locations.
- Developed strong rapport with patients through empathetic listening and clear communication skills.
- Performed EKG tests on clients based on health status and medical history.
- Checked and documented vitals such as blood pressure, height and weight.
- Processed patient care records accurately and promptly.
- Maintained professionalism when communicating with client and answering questions.
- Adhered to strict privacy guidelines to protect sensitive patient information during the examination process.
- Conducted comprehensive medical histories, vital sign measurements, and specimen collections for accurate insurance assessments.
- Reduced errors in documentation by maintaining meticulous records of patient information and examination results.
- Collected blood samples from clients following safety and biohazard handling procedures.
Laboratory Assistant
CentraCare Health - St. Cloud Hospital
Saint Cloud, MN
11.2023 - 08.2025
- Prepared reagents and solutions for laboratory experiments.
- Supported inventory management by restocking supplies as needed.
- Participated in quality control measures to uphold testing accuracy.
- Handled hazardous materials responsibly following proper waste disposal procedures to minimize environmental impact.
Laboratory Assistant
CentraCare Health System
Sartell, MN
10.2022 - 03.2025
- Implemented systematic organization and cleanliness protocols in the laboratory to support reliable test outcomes.
- Facilitated effective inventory management through timely restocking of essential supplies to support daily operations.
Lab Assistant
CentraCare Health System
Sartell, MN
07.2021 - 10.2023
- Conducted routine laboratory tests ensuring adherence to quality control protocols.
- Assisted in specimen collection and processing, maintaining accurate labeling and documentation.
- Collaborated with medical staff to streamline laboratory workflows and improve turnaround times.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced operational efficiency and reduced errors.
- Oversaw inventory management, ensuring availability of essential supplies and reagents.
- Managed specimen sample handling, receiving, storage and inventory.
- Logged samples correctly into computerized tracking system.
- Maintained lab by calibrating equipment and cleaning surfaces and items used.
- Enhanced laboratory efficiency by maintaining and organizing equipment, supplies, and samples.
- Ensured accurate test results with proper use of lab equipment and adherence to protocols.
- Prepared samples for centrifugation, aliquoting and preserving sample integrity.
- Assisted with support duties such as filling products, labeling products, testing samples and taking inventory.
- Demonstrated competence in collecting lab samples for testing.
- Demonstrated flexibility working in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment.
- Prepared specimens for testing and analysis.
- Demonstrated flexibility in adapting to changing priorities or new assignments as needed within the lab environment.
- Worked closely with lab staff on special projects.
- Assisted with ordering supplies and equipment, calibrating instruments and preventive maintenance.
- Prepared samples for shipping and disposed of bodily fluids in proper containers.
- Performed testing and quality control using approved laboratory procedures and instrumentation.
Administrative Assistant
Mend Correctional Care
Sartell, MN
02.2017 - 10.2020
- Coordinated office operations to enhance workflow efficiency and support team objectives.
- Managed scheduling for meetings, appointments, and travel arrangements for senior executives.
- Developed and maintained filing systems ensuring accurate documentation and retrieval of information.
- Streamlined communication processes between departments to improve collaboration and project outcomes.
- Blood Draws on inmates, centrifuged and sent out labs
- Trained Med Aid, passed out medications to inmates.
Education
High School Diploma -
Mora High School
Mora MnSkills
- Lab safety protocols
- Laboratory safety protocols
- Laboratory techniques
- Sterilization techniques
- Specimen processing
- Laboratory record keeping
- Regulatory compliance
- Pipetting techniques
- Sample preparation
- Hazardous waste disposal
- Centrifugation techniques
- Laboratory documentation
- Sample collection techniques
- Lab equipment processes
- Biohazard management
- Attention to detail
- Team collaboration
- Supply restocking
- Laboratory information systems
Timeline
Laboratory Assistant
CentraCare Health - St. Cloud Hospital
11.2025 - Current
Paramedical Examiner
Quest Diagnostics
05.2025 - 01.2026
Laboratory Assistant
CentraCare Health - St. Cloud Hospital
11.2023 - 08.2025
Laboratory Assistant
CentraCare Health System
10.2022 - 03.2025
Lab Assistant
CentraCare Health System
07.2021 - 10.2023
Administrative Assistant
Mend Correctional Care
02.2017 - 10.2020
High School Diploma -
Mora High School