Monument Health·Rapid City, South Dakota
Provide direct and indirect patient care in a clinic setting, including rooming patients and collecting vital signs. Assist with point-of-care laboratory testing and maintain accurate patient records and clinic supplies.
If you are a current Monument Health employee, please apply via the internal career site by logging into your Workday Account and clicking the "Career" icon on your homepage. Primary Location Rapid City, SD USA Department MHMC-RC 5th St. Clinic Management Scheduled Weekly Hours 0 Starting Pay Rate Range $16.52 - $19.00 (Determined by the knowledge, skills, and experience of the applicant.) Job Summary It starts with heart. That is what you will do each day. As a Junior Clinical Assistant 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 Junior Clinical Assistant, you will work collaboratively both under supervision and independently to provide direct and indirect patient care in the clinic setting. You will participate as an active member of the health care team by performing assigned tasks, designated activities, and functions for which you have received training in accordance with the policies and procedures of Monument Health to meet the needs of the patient.
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 *Retirement Plans, Health Savings Account, and Flexible Spending Account *Instant pay is available for qualifying positions *Paid Time Off Accrual Bank *Opportunities for growth and advancement *Tuition assistance/reimbursement *Excellent pay differentials on qualifying positions *Flexible scheduling
Essential Functions: The Junior Clinical Assistant properly prepares the examination and treatment areas per clinic standards. Completes patient rooming procedures to include vital signs, data collection and other identified components specific to the clinic setting and within outlined Scope of Responsibilities. Assists with Point of Care laboratory testing following successful competency training. Ensures documentation in the patient record is accurate, clear, and concise within outlined Scope of Responsibilities. Completes all assigned clerical activities and supply maintenance/ordering as directed. Assists with scheduling follow up care as ordered/directed. Functions within the documented Monument Health Scope of Responsibilities. All other duties as assigned. Junior Clinical Assist (16 or 17 years old) can do any job that has not been declared hazardous by the Secretary of Labor. At Monument Health, below are examples of duties that CANNOT be performed by a Junior Clinical Assist: Work in medical facilities, such as X-ray rooms and laboratories, where exposure to ionizing radiation is greater than 0.5 rem per year. Additional Requirements Required: Certifications - Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Professional Certification - American Heart Association (AHA) - Within 60 days of hire or transfer. Regarding BLS certification: The department you are applying to may require BLS certification sooner than 60 days post transfer/hire. The hiring manager will discuss this with you if it is applicable. Job Category Nursing Job Family Nursing Support Shift Requires the ability to work assigned schedules and hours as determined by the department Employee Type PRN
10 Monument Health Rapid City Hospital, Inc. Make a difference. Every day. Monument Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.
Must be able to obtain Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association within 60 days of hire. Candidates must be able to work assigned schedules as determined by the department.
Market context
In South Dakota, nursing support roles such as CNA and Medication Aide positions are often sought in long-term care and related facility settings, where dependable staffing is important. Competition can center on active certifications, comfort with hands-on care, and experience in similar environments. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, and if you apply, emphasize your certifications and any facility-based experience.
