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Mental Health Counselor or Therapist

Current Employees:

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

Deadwood, SD USA

Department

MHMC-LD Psychiatry

Scheduled Weekly Hours

Starting Pay Rate Range $28.74 – $39.53

Mental Health Counselor – SD $28.74-$35.92, Mental Health Therapist – SD $31.62-$39.53

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

Job Summary

The Mental Health Counselor or Mental Health Therapist coordinates, plans and delivers the best psychotherapeutic approach for each patient. Provides clinical (only) supervision for day-to-day implementation of therapeutic strategies or milieu programming that carries out the treatment plan for each patient by a variety of staff including psychiatric technicians, LPNs, RNs, mental health counselors and discharge planners across the Center’s continuum of care. Services are provided with the recognized standards of practice and the patient’s Plan of Care. The Plan of Care is based on the initial and comprehensive assessments of patient/caregiver.

Job Description

Essential Functions:

Provides individual, marital, family and group therapy within the scope of the inpatient unit
Develops and implements an individualized treatment approach. Communicates with family to further the effectiveness of treatment plan.
Collaborates with patient/family, multidisciplinary team, and physician to formulate a realistic plan that identifies goals, specific interventions, and resources to meet the patient's needs.
Assesses patient’s progress and modifies treatment plan accordingly.
Develops and maintains positive partnerships with providers of mental health and social services in the community as appropriate to the needs and requirements of the patient on an ongoing basis.
Maintains good communication and collaborative relationships with referring providers and other staff. Recommends additional referrals for patient as needed.
Functions as a positive resource, communication coordinator, and role model for departmental staff. Maintains accessibility and visibility within the department.
Assists patients to maintain their sense of competence, identity and autonomy.
Demonstrates effective collaboration with community/regional services and hospital personnel while maintaining patient and family rights.
Assists in discharge plan development, giving direction to discharge planner as needed.
Completes discharge planning note/assessment within predetermined guidelines. Upon completion of assessment, recommendations are integrated into the treatment plan 95% of the time.
All other duties as assigned.

Additional Requirements

Required:

Education – Masters degree in Counseling, Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy or related field

Preferred:

Certifications – Licensed Professional Counselor License – South Dakota Department of Social Services Certifications OR Certified Social Work Case Manager (CSWCM) – Accredited University or accredited training professionals OR Licensed Family and Therapist

Experience – 3+ years healthcare experience

Physical Requirements:
Light work – Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for sedentary work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated for light work.

Job Category

Rehabilitation

Job Family

Mental Health

Shift

Requires the ability to work assigned schedules and hours as determined by the department

Employee Type

Regular

60 Monument Health Lead Deadwood Hospital

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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.

Nurse Aide | Medical/Surgical

Current Employees:

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

Deadwood, SD USA

Department

LDH Med/Surg-Nursing

Scheduled Weekly Hours

Starting Pay Rate Range $18.20 – $21.83

Nurse Aide – Acute $18.20-$20.92, Certified Nurse Aide – Acute $18.99-$21.83

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

Job Summary

Begin your healthcare career with Monument Health, no experience necessary! As a Nurse Aide, you will be a valued as an essential team member providing compassionate patient focused care. A Nurse Aide will improve patient experience and demonstrate what it means to be part of a team and raise the bar for patient care. You will make a difference. Every day!

A Nurse Aide will assist the nursing staff in providing excellent, effective and safe patient care, be responsible for providing patient personal care, bathing, and personal hygiene. You will participate in admission, dismissal also the transfer process and contribute to the permanent documentation of patient data. Completes the essential function of constant observer or telesitter where applicable. This includes monitoring the patient at bedside and/or remotely via audio/visual technology to promote patient safety while maintaining patient privacy and dignity. On the job training and continual support will help build knowledge and skills needed to provide best in class care and demonstrate cohesive teamwork!

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.

Job Description

Essential Functions:

Completes patient cares and documentation accurately and in a timely manner according to policies, procedures and regulations.
Demonstrates the desire to grow as an employee, team and facility.
Positively supports and contributes to departmental development as evidenced by participating in meetings and training.
As a member of the multidisciplinary team, the Nurse Aide contributes valuable input to the patient’s care planning process.
Assesses and provides direct resident care needs to residents with supervised personal/rehabilitative cares as outlined in their individualized care plan to assist with maintaining or improving functional abilities, comfort, independence and safety.
Reports any safety concerns, abnormal parameters as defined for the patient population, or health concerns of the patient to the nurse.
Encourages the patient to participate in their own activities of daily living and other aspects of the plan of care as appropriate.
Encourages the patient to participate in their own activities of daily living and other aspects of the plan of care as appropriate.
All other duties as assigned.

Additional Requirements

Preferred:

Education – High School Diploma/GED Equivalent in General Studies

Certification – Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) – South Dakota Board of Nursing

Experience – 1+ years of related experience

Scheduling Requirements: Requires the ability to work assigned schedules and hours as determined by the department.

Physical Requirements: Very Heavy work – exerting over 25 pounds of force constantly (67-100% of the time), and/or more than 50 pounds frequently (34-66% of the time), and/or more than 100 pounds of force occasionally (up to 33% of the time), and/or more than 100 pounds of force seldomly to move objects. Possible exposure to radiation and frequent exposure to contaminated needles and infectious body substances.

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

60 Monument Health Lead Deadwood Hospital

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RN | Medical/Surgical

Current Employees:

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

Deadwood, SD USA

Department

LDH Med/Surg-Nursing

Scheduled Weekly Hours

Starting Pay Rate Range

$35.00 – $43.75

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

Job Summary

The right team of nurses is capable of transforming health care. Monument Health nurses are professional and passionate, and we support one another. Whether you are newly graduated or have years of experience as a RN, we are looking for positive, hardworking, and considerate Registered Nurses who thrive in a fast-paced work environment providing high quality care.

As a Registered Nurse 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.

Our Registered Nurses facilitate relationship-centered, compassionate, quality care to patients through competent clinical practice and the application of the healing and science of professional nursing. You will be an active contributor in the prevention or resolution of illness, disability or injury, alleviation of suffering, and advocacy in the care of individuals in conjunction with interdisciplinary teams of healthcare providers, family members, and support systems. You will exercise independent judgement in utilizing the nursing process to assess, diagnose, identify outcomes, plan, implement, and evaluate direct patient care in accordance with ANA Standards of Professional Nursing Practice, institutional policies and procedures, applicable laws, and regulations.

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

Job Description

Essential Functions:
Utilizes the ANA Nursing Process (2010) to perform the following functions:

Collects comprehensive data pertinent to the Healthcare consumer’s health and/or the situation.
Analyzes the assessment data to determine the diagnosis or the issues.
Identifies expected outcomes for a plan individualized to the Healthcare consumer of the situation.
Develops a plan that prescribes strategies and alternatives to attain expected outcomes.
Implements the identified plan. Ensures patient progression along plan.
Coordination of Care – coordinates care delivery.
Health Teaching and Health Promotion – employs strategies to promote health and a safe environment.
Consultation – the advanced practice registered nurse and the nursing role specialist provide consultation to influence the identified plan, enhance the abilities of others and effect change.
Evaluates progress toward attainment of outcomes.

Follows the ANA Standards of Professional Performance (2010):

Systematically enhances the quality and effectiveness of nursing practice
Attains knowledge and competency that reflects current nursing practice
Evaluates one’s own nursing practice in relation to professional practice standards and guidelines, relevant statutes, rules, and regulations
Interacts with and contributes to the professional development of peers and colleagues
Collaborates with patient, family and others in the conduct of nursing practice
Integrates ethical provisions in all areas of practice
Integrates research findings into practice
Considers factors related to safety, effectiveness, cost and impact on practice in the planning and delivery of nursing services
Provides leadership in the professional practice setting and the profession
Practices in an environmentally safe and healthy manner
Supports purpose, vision, and values of Monument Health.
Practices within the legal scope of a Registered Professional Nurse as outlined by the state in which employment occurs and delivers competent care consistent with standards / policies, laws, regulators/accreditation/certifying organizations.
Abides by the Provisions of the Code of Ethics for Nurses (ANA 2010).

Proficiently uses applicable technology and software to:

Support and document nursing activities and patient care.
Access other work-related applications necessary to be an engaged and active associate of the organization, such as company email, iLearn modules, employee engagement surveys, benefits and compensation information, and policies and procedures.
Continuously seeks out opportunities to improve the quality of patient care delivery through innovative and creative problem solving.
All other duties as assigned.

Additional Requirements

Required:
Education – Completion of a nursing education program that is approved by a board of nursing
Certifications – Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification – American Heart Association (AHA) – Within 60 days of hire or transfer; Registered Nurse (RN) – South Dakota Board of Nursing

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.

Preferred:
Experience – 5+ years of Registered Nurse Experience
Education – Bachelors degree in Nursing

Scheduling Requirements: Requires the ability to work assigned schedules and hours as determined by the department.

Physical Requirements: Very Heavy work – exerting over 25 pounds of force constantly (67-100% of the time), and/or more than 50 pounds frequently (34-66% of the time), and/or more than 100 pounds of force occassionally (up to 33% of the time), and/or more than 100 pounds of force seldomly to move objects. Possible exposure to radiation and frequent exposure to contaminated needles and infectious body substances.

Job Category

Nursing

Job Family

Acute Nursing

Shift

Requires the ability to work assigned schedules and hours as determined by the department

Employee Type

PRN

60 Monument Health Lead Deadwood Hospital

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EMT I

Current Employees:

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

Deadwood, SD USA

Department

LDH Ground Ambulance

Scheduled Weekly Hours

Starting Pay Rate Range

$18.38 – $21.13

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

Job Summary

Provide emergency medical services.

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

Job Description

Essential Functions:

Clinical performance utilizes a progressive effort to provide patient care.
Completes requirements for department specific education as evidenced by successful completion of required classes, and by documentation, observation, and feedback.
Demonstrates the ability to apply cardiac monitor to a patient correctly.
Demonstrates the ability to recognize an emergency and initiate appropriate response, as evidenced by documentation and observation.
Performs procedures and treatments according to EMS standards and department protocols as evidenced by documentation and observation.
Positively supports and contributes to departmental development as evidenced by participating in meetings and training.
All other duties as assigned.

Additional Requirements

Required:
Certifications – Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification – American Heart Association (AHA) – Within 60 days of hire or transfer; Driver's License – State; EMT Certificate – South Dakota Board of Medical and Osteopathic Examiners; within 90-days of hire Ambulance Driver Certification – South Dakota Board of Medical and Osteopathic Examiners.

Preferred:
Experience – 1+ years of Emergency Medical Technician Experience

Certifications – Advanced EMT Certificate – South Dakota Board of Medical and Osteopathic Examiners

Scheduling Requirements: Requires the ability to work assigned schedules and hours as determined by the department.

Physical Requirements: Very Heavy work – exerting over 25 pounds of force constantly (67-100% of the time), and/or more than 50 pounds frequently (34-66% of the time), and/or more than 100 pounds of force occassionally (up to 33% of the time), and/or more than 100 pounds of force seldomly to move objects. Possible exposure to radiation and frequent exposure to contaminated needles and infectious body substances.

Job Category

Nursing

Job Family

Emergency Services

Shift

Requires the ability to work assigned schedules and hours as determined by the department

Employee Type

PRN

60 Monument Health Lead Deadwood Hospital

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RN | Medical/Surgical

Current Employees:

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

Deadwood, SD USA

Department

LDH Med/Surg-Nursing

Scheduled Weekly Hours

Starting Pay Rate Range

$35.00 – $43.75

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

Job Summary

**** UP TO $10,000 FOR QUALIFIED CANDIDATES ****

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

Job Description

Essential Functions:
Utilizes the ANA Nursing Process (2010) to perform the following functions:

Collects comprehensive data pertinent to the Healthcare consumer’s health and/or the situation.
Analyzes the assessment data to determine the diagnosis or the issues.
Identifies expected outcomes for a plan individualized to the Healthcare consumer of the situation.
Develops a plan that prescribes strategies and alternatives to attain expected outcomes.
Implements the identified plan. Ensures patient progression along plan.
Coordination of Care – coordinates care delivery.
Health Teaching and Health Promotion – employs strategies to promote health and a safe environment.
Consultation – the advanced practice registered nurse and the nursing role specialist provide consultation to influence the identified plan, enhance the abilities of others and effect change.
Evaluates progress toward attainment of outcomes.

Follows the ANA Standards of Professional Performance (2010):

Systematically enhances the quality and effectiveness of nursing practice
Attains knowledge and competency that reflects current nursing practice
Evaluates one’s own nursing practice in relation to professional practice standards and guidelines, relevant statutes, rules, and regulations
Interacts with and contributes to the professional development of peers and colleagues
Collaborates with patient, family and others in the conduct of nursing practice
Integrates ethical provisions in all areas of practice
Integrates research findings into practice
Considers factors related to safety, effectiveness, cost and impact on practice in the planning and delivery of nursing services
Provides leadership in the professional practice setting and the profession
Practices in an environmentally safe and healthy manner
Supports purpose, vision, and values of Monument Health.
Practices within the legal scope of a Registered Professional Nurse as outlined by the state in which employment occurs and delivers competent care consistent with standards / policies, laws, regulators/accreditation/certifying organizations.
Abides by the Provisions of the Code of Ethics for Nurses (ANA 2010).

Proficiently uses applicable technology and software to:

Support and document nursing activities and patient care.
Access other work-related applications necessary to be an engaged and active associate of the organization, such as company email, iLearn modules, employee engagement surveys, benefits and compensation information, and policies and procedures.
Continuously seeks out opportunities to improve the quality of patient care delivery through innovative and creative problem solving.
All other duties as assigned.

Additional Requirements

Preferred:
Experience – 5+ years of Registered Nurse Experience
Education – Bachelors degree in Nursing

Scheduling Requirements: Requires the ability to work assigned schedules and hours as determined by the department.

Physical Requirements: Very Heavy work – exerting over 25 pounds of force constantly (67-100% of the time), and/or more than 50 pounds frequently (34-66% of the time), and/or more than 100 pounds of force occassionally (up to 33% of the time), and/or more than 100 pounds of force seldomly to move objects. Possible exposure to radiation and frequent exposure to contaminated needles and infectious body substances.

Job Category

Nursing

Job Family

Acute Nursing

Shift

Requires the ability to work assigned schedules and hours as determined by the department

Employee Type

Regular

60 Monument Health Lead Deadwood Hospital

Make a difference. Every day.

RN | Medical/Surgical

Current Employees:

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

Deadwood, SD USA

Department

LDH Med/Surg-Nursing

Scheduled Weekly Hours

Starting Pay Rate Range

$35.00 – $43.75

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

Job Summary

**** UP TO $10,000 FOR QUALIFIED CANDIDATES ****

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

Job Description

Essential Functions:
Utilizes the ANA Nursing Process (2010) to perform the following functions:

Collects comprehensive data pertinent to the Healthcare consumer’s health and/or the situation.
Analyzes the assessment data to determine the diagnosis or the issues.
Identifies expected outcomes for a plan individualized to the Healthcare consumer of the situation.
Develops a plan that prescribes strategies and alternatives to attain expected outcomes.
Implements the identified plan. Ensures patient progression along plan.
Coordination of Care – coordinates care delivery.
Health Teaching and Health Promotion – employs strategies to promote health and a safe environment.
Consultation – the advanced practice registered nurse and the nursing role specialist provide consultation to influence the identified plan, enhance the abilities of others and effect change.
Evaluates progress toward attainment of outcomes.

Follows the ANA Standards of Professional Performance (2010):

Systematically enhances the quality and effectiveness of nursing practice
Attains knowledge and competency that reflects current nursing practice
Evaluates one’s own nursing practice in relation to professional practice standards and guidelines, relevant statutes, rules, and regulations
Interacts with and contributes to the professional development of peers and colleagues
Collaborates with patient, family and others in the conduct of nursing practice
Integrates ethical provisions in all areas of practice
Integrates research findings into practice
Considers factors related to safety, effectiveness, cost and impact on practice in the planning and delivery of nursing services
Provides leadership in the professional practice setting and the profession
Practices in an environmentally safe and healthy manner
Supports purpose, vision, and values of Monument Health.
Practices within the legal scope of a Registered Professional Nurse as outlined by the state in which employment occurs and delivers competent care consistent with standards / policies, laws, regulators/accreditation/certifying organizations.
Abides by the Provisions of the Code of Ethics for Nurses (ANA 2010).

Proficiently uses applicable technology and software to:

Support and document nursing activities and patient care.
Access other work-related applications necessary to be an engaged and active associate of the organization, such as company email, iLearn modules, employee engagement surveys, benefits and compensation information, and policies and procedures.
Continuously seeks out opportunities to improve the quality of patient care delivery through innovative and creative problem solving.
All other duties as assigned.

Additional Requirements

Preferred:
Experience – 5+ years of Registered Nurse Experience
Education – Bachelors degree in Nursing

Scheduling Requirements: Requires the ability to work assigned schedules and hours as determined by the department.

Physical Requirements: Very Heavy work – exerting over 25 pounds of force constantly (67-100% of the time), and/or more than 50 pounds frequently (34-66% of the time), and/or more than 100 pounds of force occassionally (up to 33% of the time), and/or more than 100 pounds of force seldomly to move objects. Possible exposure to radiation and frequent exposure to contaminated needles and infectious body substances.

Job Category

Nursing

Job Family

Acute Nursing

Shift

Requires the ability to work assigned schedules and hours as determined by the department

Employee Type

Regular

60 Monument Health Lead Deadwood Hospital

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Cook

Current Employees:

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

Deadwood, SD USA

Department

LDH Food/Nutrition Services

Scheduled Weekly Hours

Starting Pay Rate Range

$17.79 – $20.45

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

Job Summary

To meet our customers’ expectations by following all regulatory agencies to provide safe, quality food to all customers. To create an environment that promotes employee engagement and accountability that also demonstrates respect for all customers. To work as a team member to ensure continuity of care throughout customers experience. To lead by example, and train new Dietary Aides in the daily tasks of the role.

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

Job Description

Essential Functions:

Speaks with a pleasant and professional voice when on the telephone. Interprets the caller's needs and offers assistance as evidenced by observation and feedback.
Adjusts diet according to patient’s needs taking into consideration allergies, intolerances, lifestyle, psychosocial, and educational factors.
Gathers complete data and accurately takes orders.
Enters all documentation in the computer system accurately on a daily basis accurately as required.
Attends staff meetings/workshops or obtains information when unable to do so. Monitors self-computer usage.
All other duties as assigned.

Additional Requirements

Preferred:

Education – High School Diploma/GED Equivalent in General Studies
Experience – 1+ years of Related Experience
Certification – Food Protection Professional Certified – Accredited University or accredited training professionals

Scheduling Requirements: Requires the ability to work assigned schedules and hours as determined by the department.

Physical Requirements: Very Heavy work – exerting over 25 pounds of force constantly (67-100% of the time), and/or more than 50 pounds frequently (34-66% of the time), and/or more than 100 pounds of force occassionally (up to 33% of the time), and/or more than 100 pounds of force seldomly to move objects.

Job Category

Support Services

Job Family

Food and Nutrition

Shift

Requires the ability to work assigned schedules and hours as determined by the department

Employee Type

Temporary

60 Monument Health Lead Deadwood Hospital

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MLT or MLS

Current Employees:

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

Deadwood, SD USA

Department

LDH Laboratory

Scheduled Weekly Hours

Starting Pay Rate Range $23.71 – $39.53

Medical Laboratory Technician – SD $23.71-$29.64, Medical Laboratory Scientist – SD $31.62-$39.53

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

Job Summary

*UP TO A $10,000 SIGN ON BONUS AVAILABLE FOR QUALIFIED MLS CANDIDATES*

*UP TO A $7,500 SIGN ON BONUS AVAILABLE FOR QUALIFED MLT CANDIDATES*

It starts with heart. That is what you will do each day at Monument Health. As a Medical Laboratory MLT/MLS/MT 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 Medical Laboratory MLT/MLS/MT, your focus will be to collect, prepare, and perform a variety of routine laboratory tests, with varying complexity. You will assist in department procedures, including quality assurance, proficiency testing, calibrations, and complete related laboratory duties and supervise new caregivers in the department. Each day you will be demonstrating a commitment to customer satisfaction, professionalism, and safety.

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.

Job Description

Essential Functions:

Collects and prepares biological specimens for analyses using appropriate techniques and maintains the integrity of the specimen in relation to the test being performed.
Determines acceptability of specimens within established guidelines, avoiding hemolysis, QNS, and wrong anticoagulant use.
Performs all applicable testing with quality, speed, and accuracy according to established protocols and procedures. Evaluates specimen integrity and ascertains suitability for testing.
Performs test analysis and reports test results in a timely manner meeting the expectations of physicians.
Ensures prompt reporting of patient results for assigned department. Investigates problems involving collection, result reporting, and turn-around-time.
Organizes department workload for maximum efficiency.
Evaluates and interprets test results according to individual test specifications, performing necessary calculations; applies laboratory results to disease and/or patient therapy.
Ensures initial calibration and standardization of equipment by applying criteria of acceptable functions and performance limits (i.e., precision, reproducibility, accuracy).
Answers telephone promptly and courteously, identifying self and section. Demonstrates good judgment in directing phone calls/questions to appropriate section.
Ensures smooth transition of duties within current shift and for oncoming shift by receiving pertinent information and conveying to other Healthcare personnel accurately and efficiently.
Demonstrates the willingness and ability to instruct other staff and students.
All other duties as assigned.

Additional Requirements

Required:
Education – Associates degree in Medical Laboratory Technology or Associates degree in a chemical, physical, or biological science. Or high school graduate or equivalent and have successfully completed an official military medical laboratory procedures course of at least 50 weeks duration and have held the military enlisted occupation specialty of medical laboratory specialist (laboratory technician)

Certification – Medical Lab Technician (MLT) – American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP), American Medical Technology (AMT), or Military Laboratory Specialist

Preferred:

Education – Bachelors degree in chemical, physical, or biologic Sciences or Clinical Laboratory Science

Certification – Medical Technologist (MT) or Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) Certification – American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)/American Medical Technology (AMT) or Health and Human Services (HEW)

Experience – 1+ years of Laboratory Experience

Physical Requirements:
Medium work – Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Possible exposure to blood, bodily fluids, or tissues.

Job Category

Diagnostics

Job Family

Laboratory

Shift

Requires the ability to work assigned schedules and hours as determined by the department

Employee Type

Regular

60 Monument Health Lead Deadwood Hospital

Make a difference. Every day.