Registered Nurse (RN), Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Medical Assistant (MA) | Nephrology

Position Details

Location: Avera Nephrology Aberdeen

Worker Type: Regular

Work Shift: Day Shift (United States of America)

Schedule: Monday‑Thursday 8:00 am‑5:00 pm, Friday 8:00 am‑12:00 pm; 72 hours per 2 weeks

Pay Range: $20.00 – $41.25 (actual rate depends on experience). Sign‑on bonuses up to $10,000 may be available.

Job Summary

The Medical Assistant performs clinical and clerical duties to support patient care in the clinic, following established standards, competencies, and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide general nursing care to patients and administer prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with nursing standards.
• Coordinate patient care activities for the clinic, including preparing equipment and assisting providers during procedures, treatments, examinations, and testing.
• Observe, record, and report patients’ condition and reactions to drugs and treatments to the provider.
• Oversee appointment scheduling and ensure patients receive timely care, particularly in emergency situations.
• Greet patients, prepare them for physical examinations, and conduct nursing assessments, including obtaining health history, taking vitals, and documenting information in the patient chart.
• Respond to patient phone calls promptly and appropriately, following physician instructions.
• Educate patients and families about diagnostic processes, medications, nutrition, and health maintenance.
• Suggest solutions to patient care crisis problems and complaints.
• Maintain exam rooms with necessary supplies and ensure cleanliness; prepare lists of required medical supplies.
• Label pathology specimens according to lab protocol and perform quality control, maintaining records of all lab testing.

Essential Qualifications and Requirements

• Registered Nurse (RN) – active license in South Dakota, board certification required.
• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – active license in South Dakota.
• Medical Assistant (MA) – one of the following: Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) – NHA with MA diploma, CCMA (NHA) with one year experience, Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) – AAMA, or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) – AMT.
• Full‑time availability; must be able to work the specified schedule.
• Demonstrated ability to perform essential job functions, including visual acuity, communication, hearing, and understanding speech.
• Commitment to the daily application of Avera’s mission, vision, core values, and social principles to serve patients, families, and the community.

Benefits

• PTO available from day 1 for eligible hires.
• Up to 5% employer matching contribution for retirement.
• Career development through hands‑on training and mentorship.
• Positive work environment with supportive team.
• Options for free health insurance.
• Sign‑on bonuses up to $10,000 (RN), $5,000 (LPN, MA).

Equal Opportunity Employer

Avera is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected categories. If you have a disability and would like assistance with your application, please call 1‑605‑504‑4444 or email