Medical Assistant​/Medical Lab Technician

Overview

Job
Agency: SD Developmental Center

Location:

Redfield, SD
Salary: $23.48-$28.96 Hourly, depending on qualifications
Pay Grade: G
Closing Date: 2/12/26

This is a Full-Time 40 Hours Weekly position with the SD Developmental Center. For more information on the SD Developmental Center, please visit .

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. At SDDC we are comprised of a variety of positions that require differing skill and educational levels to ensure successful operations. SDDC is one of the Divisions of the Department of Human Services, which works together on the common goal of bettering the lives of South Dakotans.

SDDC strives 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. Our Benefits Include:

• 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

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Shift differential is offered for evening and overnight hours. Pay is dependent on years of experience.

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.

This position is with the Department of Human Services
- South Dakota Developmental Center. For more information on the Department of Human Services, please visit https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).-center

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.

This position is exempt from the Civil Service Act.

This position is eligible for Veterans’ Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08.

Note:

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National Career Readiness Certificate (NCRC):
If you possess a National Career Readiness Certificate, please submit the certificate with your application. For more information, contact a South Dakota Department of Labor and Regulation Job Service Office. A certificate is not necessary to be considered.

The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9. The State will use E-Verify upon hire.

The State of South Dakota offers a $0 premium employee health insurance option, eleven paid holidays, vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information here. This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.

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You must apply online; emailed resumes or submissions will not be accepted.

South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources
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Email: careers.us
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"An Equal Opportunity Employer"