LPN or Medical Assistant - Spine Center
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How this pay compares
This posting states $20–$29.50 an hour. Open licensed practical nurse jobs in South Dakota post a median of $26.87 an hour, the middle half $25.63–$30.63, across 137 jobs that state their pay, so this one is below the middle half of what they post. Licensed practical nurses employed in South Dakota earn a median of $25.36 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
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Medicare rating of Black Hills Surgical Hospital LLC
Medicare gives Black Hills Surgical Hospital LLC no star rating (Jul 2026). 89% of its patients said their nurses always communicated well (the middle US hospital: 79%). Patients' ratings of their care, not employees' of the job. Its other hospitals · South Dakota hospitals by rating.
What this hospital paid
By Black Hills Surgical Hospital LLC's report to Medicare, its licensed practical nurse hours averaged $39.85 an hour in 2022 pay periods, its own and contract staff together, before benefits, against $28.93 an hour across South Dakota's hospitals. An average over every such hour, not this job's pay: the posting states its own. What South Dakota hospitals pay nurses.
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About the job
Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland.
Work Shift
8 Hours - Day Shifts (United States of America)
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Compensation
Salary Range: $20.00 - $29.50
Union Position
No
Department Details
Join our fast paced growing Pain Management team! Great providers and great team!
- Monday - Friday Schedule
- Clinic closes early on Fridays!
- 401k employer contribution match
- Professional Growth: Access to Sanford Health’s robust development programs, continuing education, and advancement opportunities.
- Reputation for Excellence: Black Hills Surgical Hospital consistently ranks among the nation’s top surgical hospitals!
Summary
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) will participate in the implementation and evaluation of patient care, under the supervision of a registered nurse, advanced practice provider, or physician.
Job Description
MA
We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Medical assistant to join our Sanford Health Team. The ideal candidate is adaptable, caring, and team focused. Medical Assistants assist nursing staff and providers to deliver high-quality patient care in a positive environment. Our Medical Assistants have the ability to make a meaningful impact in the lives of our patients and their families. We believe in doing good; it's how we deliver exceptional care and improve the human condition at every stage of life!
Available for you:
Specialized on-boarding and training for tasks within scope of practice
A workspace that values an encouraging employee experience
Career advancement through educational assistance
LPN
Are you looking for a nursing career where you can grow your skillset, feel valued, and make a lasting impact in the lives of patients in your community? Whether you’re a newly graduated LPN or have years of experience, this position offers an opportunity to work shoulder to shoulder with providers. We're looking for positive, compassionate, and team oriented licensed practical nurses (LPN) who can provide high-quality care that patients and families deserve. LPNs who thrive at our organization are adaptable, reliable, and attentive to detail. Our LPNs educate and communicate with patients and their families. We believe in doing good; it's how we deliver exceptional care and improve the human condition at every stage of life!
Available for you
- Robust on-boarding and training programs for continued growth and development
- A team-focused employee experience
- Fun and fast paced work environment
Qualifications
MA
Must be a graduate of a recognized Medical Assistant program.
Prior experience in a healthcare setting is preferred.
Nationally certified or registered as a Medical Assistant (MA).
Certification (CMA) obtained through a nationally approved certification program for medical assistant, including but not limited to: American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) through the National Healthcareer Association (NHA), Clinical Medical Assistant Certification (CMAC) through the American Medical Certification Association (AMCA), or National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) through the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT), etc.
Registration (RMA) obtained through the American Medical Technologists (AMT) also acceptable.
Additional state requirements include: North Dakota (ND) registration as an MAIII through the ND Board of Nursing. If the incumbent does not already hold their registration as an MAIII through the ND Board of Nursing at time of hire they will be granted 4 months to obtain registration. All medication administration performed by the incumbent prior to obtaining the MAIII must be supervised by a licensed nurse. Additionally, must also be registered on the ND Board of Nursing UAP Registry if they do not possess MAIII registration at time of hire.
MAs working within Minnesota (MN), Iowa (IA), South Dakota (SD) and Oregon (OR) do not require state registration.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within six months of employment. Re-certification as required.
LPN
Graduate from an accredited practical nursing program as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
If position requires IV therapy/management skills, the following is required in North Dakota: graduation from a Board approved AASPN program where IV therapy is part of the curriculum or completion of an IV Therapy course approved by the North Dakota Board of Nursing.
Currently holds an unencumbered Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license with State Nursing board and/or possess multi-state licensure privileges. Obtains and subsequently maintains required department specific competencies and certifications.
Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.
If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-949-5678 or send an email to talent@sanfordhealth.org.
From Sanford Health's job posting, checked 9 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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About Sanford Health
Sanford Health is a nonprofit rural health system with 60 (source: Sanford Health, About Sanford Health) hospitals, 315 (source: Sanford Health, About Sanford Health) clinic locations and 60,000 (source: Sanford Health, About Sanford Health) employees across the Dakotas, Minnesota, Iowa, Wisconsin, Wyoming and Michigan's Upper Peninsula. Source: Sanford Health, About Sanford Health
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