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Medical Assistant

South Dakota State Government
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Job ID: 34502
Agency: SD Developmental Center
Location: Redfield, SD
Salary: $23.48-$28.96 Hourly, depending on qualifications
Pay Grade: G
Closing Date: 1/21/26

This is a Full-Time 40 Hours Weekly position with the SD Developmental Center. For more information on the SD Developmental Center, please visit https://dhs.sd.gov/en/south-dakota-developmental-center.

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. 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. Join our team as we focus on helping our fellow human beings overcome adversity and reach their full potential. 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

Click to view additional benefits information: https://bhr.sd.gov/job-seekers/work-for-state-government/index.html

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://www.dhs.sd.gov/en/south-dakota-developmental-center 

Licenses and Certifications:

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.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

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.

Knowledge of:

  • 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.

Ability to:

  • follow directions and communicate effectively;
  • prepare and maintain records, charts and reports;
  • establish, direct and maintain effective relationships with patients and staff.