What are the responsibilities and job description for the Laboratory Processor position at Meritus Health?
Make a Difference Behind the Scenes of Patient Care
At Meritus, every test result tells a story — and it starts with you. As a Laboratory Processor, you’ll play a critical role in ensuring specimens are received, prepared, and handled with accuracy, care, and attention to detail. Your work directly supports providers, patients, and the clinical teams who rely on timely, precise lab results.
If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, value accuracy, and enjoy being part of a collaborative healthcare team, this role could be a great fit.
What You’ll Do
In this essential role, you’ll support laboratory operations by:
At Meritus, you’re more than an employee — you’re part of a mission-driven organization committed to improving the health of our community. We offer a supportive team environment, opportunities to grow, and the satisfaction of knowing your work truly matters.
Caring for Our Team
We offer a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees' well-being and professional growth. Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance available starting the 1st of the month following date of hire, along with life insurance, & short and long-term disability coverage. Paid Time Off begins accruing from day one, and we also provide a 401k plan, an education assistance program, and an employee assistance program. Additionally, employees working evening, night, or weekend shifts may be eligible for a shift differential, adding even more value to your role.
Happy to Help
At Meritus, we believe in a collaborative and caring work environment. Interactions are an opportunity to learn, listen and to be there for one another. Therefore, we provide warm welcomes, hospitality-driven closures, and are always Happy to Help.
At Meritus, every test result tells a story — and it starts with you. As a Laboratory Processor, you’ll play a critical role in ensuring specimens are received, prepared, and handled with accuracy, care, and attention to detail. Your work directly supports providers, patients, and the clinical teams who rely on timely, precise lab results.
If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, value accuracy, and enjoy being part of a collaborative healthcare team, this role could be a great fit.
What You’ll Do
In this essential role, you’ll support laboratory operations by:
- Receiving, registering, and verifying patient specimens and test requests for accuracy
- Reviewing patient demographics, billing information, and diagnoses, and resolving discrepancies
- Serving as a key resource for specimen inquiries while providing excellent customer service
- Preparing specimens through centrifugation, aliquoting, labeling, measuring, and packaging
- Ensuring proper storage, handling, and shipment of specimens for in-house and reference testing
- Accurately entering data, scanning documents, and maintaining electronic and paper records
- Communicating critical values and managing failed fax notifications as needed
- Following laboratory procedures, safety protocols, and quality standards at all times
- Working independently while exercising sound judgment and attention to detail
- Contributing to process improvement initiatives that enhance efficiency and quality
- Prior laboratory or medical office experience
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
- Ability to prioritize tasks and work independently with minimal supervision
- Excellent communication and customer service skills
- Comfort working with data entry, documentation, and laboratory systems
- Knowledge of or ability to learn laboratory safety practices and specimen handling procedures
- A team-oriented mindset with a dedication to high-quality work
- Frequent concentration and sustained attention to detail
- Regular handling of laboratory specimens and materials
- Physical tasks may include standing, lifting up to 30 lbs, bending, and fine hand-eye coordination
- Adherence to all safety protocols and infection prevention standards
At Meritus, you’re more than an employee — you’re part of a mission-driven organization committed to improving the health of our community. We offer a supportive team environment, opportunities to grow, and the satisfaction of knowing your work truly matters.
Caring for Our Team
We offer a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees' well-being and professional growth. Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance available starting the 1st of the month following date of hire, along with life insurance, & short and long-term disability coverage. Paid Time Off begins accruing from day one, and we also provide a 401k plan, an education assistance program, and an employee assistance program. Additionally, employees working evening, night, or weekend shifts may be eligible for a shift differential, adding even more value to your role.
Happy to Help
At Meritus, we believe in a collaborative and caring work environment. Interactions are an opportunity to learn, listen and to be there for one another. Therefore, we provide warm welcomes, hospitality-driven closures, and are always Happy to Help.