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How this role compares

Computed from live listings

-18% vs. median posted rate for allied health roles in Rapid City, South Dakota ($32.50/hr, n=83)
104 similar openings in the Rapid City area · median $34.00/hr

$16.45/hr · lowesthighest · $55.00/hr

this role: $26.64/hrmedian $32.50/hr

Shaded band: the middle 50% of 83 posted allied health roles in Rapid City, South Dakota rates. This role sits in the 25th percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 18% below the Rapid City, South Dakota median for allied health roles.

The Surgical Technologist prepares the operating room and maintains the sterile field during surgical procedures. They anticipate the surgeon's needs by handling necessary instruments, supplies, and equipment while ensuring patient safety.

Current Employees

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Primary Location: Rapid City, SD USA

Department

RCH Specialty Hospital

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Starting Pay Rate Range

$26.64 - $33.30

(Determined by the knowledge, skills, and experience of the applicant.)

Job Summary

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Up to $20,000 Sign On Available for Qualified Candidates **

It starts with heart.

That is what you will do each day.

As a Surgical Technician at Monument Health, you will be valued as an essential team member providing compassionate patient focused care.

You will discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, mutual respect, and— most importantly— a life-changing career.

You will make a difference.

Every day.

As a Surgical Technologist, you will function as a member of the surgery team in delivering patient care and assuming appropriate responsibilities before, during and after surgery. You will handle the instruments, supplies, and equipment necessary during the surgical procedure. As a Surgical Technologist at Monument Health, you understand the procedure being performed and anticipate the needs of the surgeon. You have the necessary knowledge and ability to ensure quality patient care during the operative procedure and is constantly maintain the sterile field.

Our vision at Monument Health is to be one team, to listen, to be inclusive, and to show we care. To do the right thing. Every time. If you share this philosophy, we hope you’ll join us.

Monument Health offers competitive wages and benefits on qualifying positions. Some of those benefits can include:

*Supportive work culture

*Medical, Vision and Dental Coverage

Benefits

Health Savings Account
Flexible Spending Account
Flexible Scheduling
Medical Coverage
Dental Coverage
Vision Coverage
Retirement Plans
Tuition Assistance/Reimbursement
Opportunities For Growth And Advancement
Instant Pay
Paid Time Off Accrual Bank
Pay Differentials

Posting details

Employment type: Full Time
Work arrangement: On Site
Experience: 2-5 yrs
Salary: $27 - $33/hr
Location: Rapid City, South Dakota
Posted: May 29, 2026
Application: Employer website

Hiring organization

Monument Health

Headquartered in Rapid City, S.D., Monument Health is a community-based health care system with a mission to make a difference, every day. Monument Health offers care in 33 medical specialties and serves 20 communities across western South Dakota and in eastern Wyoming. With...

IndustryHospitals and Health Care

TypeNonprofit

Size1,001-5,000 employees

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Market context

South Dakota allied health roles stay competitive

In South Dakota, allied health openings often draw steady interest because employers look for licensed candidates who can start quickly and support patient care needs across clinical settings. These roles are competitive when they ask for an active state license at hire, mission alignment, and even preferred education or early experience, while offering career development, PTO, and retirement. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your license status and tailor your application to the employer’s values.

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Performs interventions, skills, and procedures consistent with accepted standards of surgical practice, policies and procedures in the surgical suite.

These include, but are not limited to: preparing the Operating Room to include necessary supplies and equipment as indicated by the patient's status; providing appropriate safety and comfort measures to the patient; providing proper patient transfer and positioning; assuring maintenance of asepsis and sterile field; assuring well-being of patient including fluid balance and skin integrity; competency in equipment, supplies and their usage; investigating unfamiliar procedures, techniques, and medications; demonstrating organizational ability by using time, equipment, and personnel effectively; knowing and performing correct sterilization procedures; assuring minimal time loss between cases; utilizing physician preference cards.

Handles unanticipated events and crisis situations in a professional manner. Is alert to potential problems and notifies appropriate individuals as necessary.

Performs the technical procedures necessary for job responsibilities in a safe, effective, efficient, legal and professional manner. Is responsible for own education, personal growth and development. Takes timely action & appropriately plans for cases with consideration of individual needs.

Utilizes organizational assets appropriately which includes supplies, equipment, time and property. Manages room and supplies to promote use of only items needed in case and questions waste.

Establishes, maintains, and monitors the surgical environment to ensure that the potential for infection is reduced by proper sterilization, decontamination, and disinfection procedures.

Willing to assist in other roles to keep costs down and quality high.

Consistently performs appropriate counts per OR policy as evidenced by observation/chart review.

Support the Institution by operating in an efficient and cost-effective manner while projecting a positive image to the community.

Supports process improvement by addressing situations that are of concern and follows through with appropriate intervention.

The Surgical Technologist ensures that all required elements are in place for efficient completion of any and all procedures.

All other duties as assigned.

Surgical Technologist | Same Day Surgery

How this role compares

About the role

Current Employees

Department

RCH Specialty Hospital

Starting Pay Rate Range

Job Summary

Benefits

Posting details

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Job Description

Essential Functions

Additional Requirements

Rapid City Market CV Team

Preferred

Scheduling Requirements

Physical Requirements

Job Category

Nursing

Job Family

Surgical Services

Employee Type

Regular

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