Medical Assistant​/Medical Lab Technician

Summary

The South Dakota Developmental Center is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life and community inclusion for people with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities through person-centered services. We strive to create an environment where people are inspired and challenged to create excellence, grow their skills, discover advancement opportunities, and are rewarded for their contributions.

• 15 days/120 Hours of Vacation Leave
• 14 days/112 Hours of Sick Leave
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Employee health insurance includes plan with a $0 premium for employee-only coverage
• Flexible Benefits - Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Critical Illness and more
• Paid Parental & Family Medical Leave
• 6% Fully Matched Retirement Plan
• Reduced Tuition for In-State Colleges/Universities
• Employee Wellness Program
• Continued Education/Training Opportunities

This position provides professional-level medical services at the South Dakota Developmental Center that require the application of Medical Assistant practices and techniques following established healthcare procedures and standards. Employees in this role usually operate in a patient care environment where the focus is on the healthcare of individuals.

Must be Certified or be eligible to be Certified as a Medical Assistant. All certificates and/or tests required for performance at this level must be obtained and/or completed. Must be licensed or be eligible to be licensed as a Medication Aide in the state of South Dakota.

Experience working with adolescents or adults with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities or educational background in psychology, sociology, counseling, or other related field is requested.

• Principles of basic human behavior
• Problems experienced by and methods of supervising people with developmental disabilities
• CPR and first aid
• Crisis Prevention Intervention techniques
• Patient's rights
• Document completion and review
• Clinical procedures
• Injection administration
• Medication administration

• Follow directions and communicate effectively
• Prepare and maintain records, charts and reports
• Establish, direct and maintain effective relationships with patients and staff

Successful applicant(s) will be required to undergo a background investigation, an abuse and neglect screening, and a drug screening. Offers of employment are conditional upon successful completion of a drug screening.

Veterans' Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08.

An Equal Opportunity Employer