Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Medical Assistant | Infectious Disea[...]

Location: Avera Infectious Disease Specialists Sioux Falls

Worker Type: Regular

Work Shift: Day Shift (United States of America)

Pay Range: $20.00 – $41.25 (actual rate depends on experience)

Position Highlights: Primary nurse with adult infectious disease. May be eligible for a $6000 sign on bonus.

Pay Scale:
RN: $27.75 – $41.25
LPN: $22.50 – $31.50
MA: $20.00 – $28.00

Student Loan Repayment: The Registered Nurse (RN) position may be eligible for Avera’s Student Loan Repayment Program, which helps pay off loans. Each month an extra payment of $167 (up to $10,000) is made.

Medical Assistant Job Summary

Performs selected medical assistant and clerical duties that assist in care for clinic patients following established standards, practices, and competency. Works collaboratively with other clinic staff to solve practice‑related problems.

Must Have One Of The Following Certifications

• Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) – National Healthcareer Association (NHA)
• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) – American Medical Certification Association (AMCA)
• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) – American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA)
• Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) – American Medical Technologists (AMT)
• National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) – National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT)

What You Will Do

• Perform general nursing care to patients. Administer prescribed medications and treatments according to nursing standards. Coordinate patient care activities for the clinic.
• Prepare equipment and assist provider during procedures, treatments, examinations, and testing of patients.
• Observe, record, and report patient’s condition and reactions to drugs and treatments to provider.
• Oversee appointment scheduling and ensure preferences are given to patients in emergency situations. Maintain timely flow of patients.
• Greet patients and prepare them for physical examination. Screen patients for appropriate information, including obtaining the health history and taking vitals. Document obtained information in patient chart. Instruct patient in collection of samples and tests.
• Respond to patient phone calls in a timely manner with appropriate input from the physician.
• Educate patients and families about diagnostic process, medications, nutrition, and maintenance of health and wellness.
• Suggest solutions to patient care crisis problems and complaints.
• Maintain exam rooms with necessary supplies and materials. Ensure cleanliness. Prepare list of medical supplies needed.
• Assure appropriate labeling of pathology specimens according to lab protocol as needed. Perform quality control and maintain records on all lab testing.

Essential Qualifications

Individual must be able to work the hours specified and perform each essential job function, including adequate visual acuity, effective communication, and hearing. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Required Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – active license in the state of practice; upon hire.

Expectations and Standards

• Commitment to the daily application of Avera’s mission, vision, core values, and social principles.
• Promote Avera’s values of compassion, hospitality, and stewardship.
• Uphold Avera’s standards of Communication, Attitude, Responsiveness, and Engagement (CARE) with enthusiasm and sincerity.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Work effectively in a team environment, coordinating workflow with other team members.
• Comply with safety principles, laws, regulations, and standards associated with CMS, The Joint Commission, DHHS, and OSHA where applicable.

Benefits You Need & Then Some

• PTO available day 1 for eligible hires.
• Up to 5% employer matching contribution for retirement.
• Career development guided by hands‑on training and mentorship.

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 categories protected by law. If you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your application, please call 1‑605‑504‑4444 or send an email to