Jobs in South Dakota

Careers With Purpose Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States.

We're proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50,000 members of the Sanford Family who are dedicated to the work of health and healing across our broad footprint.

Careers With Purpose Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States.

We're proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50,000 members of the Sanford Family who are dedicated to the work of health and healing across our broad footprint.

Location: Avera Medical Group Orthopedics-Aberdeen Worker Type: Regular Work Shift: Primarily days with night, weekend and holiday on-call involvement (United States of America) Position Highlights Physician Assistant (PA)- Must be licensed and qualified to practice in the state based off job assignment.

We are hiring an experienced Cardiothoracic Physician Assistant in Beautiful, Rural South Dakota! Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery PA, Full Scope Opportunity with 80% OR Time!

• OR Service ? 80% OR/20% Pre-Op/Post-Op/Med Mgt,
• 4- 10 hours shifts, most pay periods team is putting in 80-100 hours
• Call will rotate equally, expect 1 weekends per month

If interested, send a resume today!

Rural Location in South Dakota - Unique Opportunity and peaceful location! If you like to hike, fish, outdoorsy activities this is the perfect contract or permanent home for you!

We are considering Locum, Perm and Locum to Perm Candidate Interest! Open to 6-12 month contract lengths with an opportunity to extend!

Inpatient duties include:

Function as a first assistant in the OR covering a breadth of cases in Cardiac, Thoracic, and Vascular surgeries which include, but are not limited to: CABG, AVR, MVR, MV repair, Bentall, Aortic Root work, Aortic Dissections, Convergent, MAZE, PVI, Thoracotomies, VATS, Lobectomies, Fem-pop, Ax-fem-fem, AAA, aneurysm repair, fistula creation, and thoracic traumas. Endoscopic and Open Vessel Harvest

Performed consultations and routine postoperative ICU and floor management of postoperative patients from the perioperative phase through discharge. Unique opportunity to grown professionally and clinically by advancing my experience with a diverse group of patients. Mentored monthly Medical Students to our service and supporting their clinical rotations in our full-scope service setting.

Outpatient duties include: Pre and postoperative clinic management, Aortic Aneurysm Surveillance, I & D and routine management of post operative wound management

Under Physician supervision, the Physician Assistant may assume primary responsibility in their respective specialty area according to federal, state, and local regulatory agencies.

Responsible for management of selected at risk or complex patients and aggregate patient populations in collaboration with physicians, nurses and other Healthcare team members.

Must demonstrate the knowledge, critical thinking and skills to plan, coordinate and provide care on a continuing basis.

Location:Avera Aberdeen Family PhysiciansWorker Type:RegularWork Shift:Primarily days with rotating weekends and holidays (United States of America)Position Highlights

• This role is for our Aberdeen Family Medicine Clinic and will include Family Medicine setting along with Acute Care coverage.
• Minimum of 24 hours per week
• Part Time Benefit Eligible

• Physician Assistant (PA)- Must be licensed and qualified to practice in the state based off job assignment. Upon Hire and
• Federal Drug Enforcement Admin - US Department of Justice Drug Enforcement Admin State and federal based on state of practice Upon Hire and
• Certified Physician Assistant - National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) Upon Hire

You Belong at AveraBe part of a multidisciplinary team built with compassion and the goal of Moving Health Forward for you and our patients. Work where you matter.A Brief OverviewProvides appropriate medical care to all patients by assessing physical, psychological and social dimensions of patients to develop a plan of care.What you will do

• Assesses, diagnoses, and treats patients according to medical staff approved protocol and acceptable standards of practice.
• Provides medical services and health education to patients and family members. Effectively contributes to the health education of individuals and groups and applies appropriate methods designed to increase each person's motivation to assume responsibility for their own health care.
• Consults and collaborates with physician as assessing, diagnosing and treating patients.
• Performs necessary diagnostic and therapeutic procedures according to written, approved protocols and appropriate licensing and administrative authorities.
• Interprets information gathered during the diagnostic process and consults with the physician as appropriate regarding abnormal health assessment findings to establish appropriate plan of care.
• Assures that appropriate referrals are made for patients.
• Provides quality care for patient, demonstrates appropriate health, safety, and aseptic practices. Recognizes and reacts appropriately to environmental safety factors related to patient care. Effectively provides patient instruction related to environment of care and safety standards.
• Effectively contributes to the development and attainment of physician practice goals.
• Practices according to written, approved protocols and appropriate licensing and administrative authorities. Understands, applies, and supports practice policies, procedures, goals and standards.
• Maintains patient records and accurate information.

Essential QualificationsThe individual must be able to work the hours specified. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily including having visual acuity adequate to perform position duties and the ability to communicate effectively with others, hear, understand and distinguish speech and other sounds. These requirements and those listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions, as long as the accommodations do not cause undue hardship to the employer.Required Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience:

• Certified Nurse Practitioner (CNP) - Board of Nursing Must be licensed and qualified to practice in the state based off job assignment. Upon Hire and
• Federal Drug Enforcement Admin - US Department of Justice Drug Enforcement Admin State and federal based on state of practice Upon Hire and
• Registered Nurse (RN) - Board of Nursing An 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 to serve patients, their families, and our community.
• 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 work flow with other team members and ensuring a productive and efficient environment.
• Comply with safety principles, laws, regulations, and standards associated with, but not limited to, CMS, The Joint Commission, DHHS, and OSHA if applicable.

Benefits You Need & Then SomeAvera is proud to offer a wide range of benefits to qualifying part-time and full-time employees. We support you with opportunities to help live balanced, healthy lives. Benefits are designed to meet needs of today and into the future.

• PTO available day 1 for eligible hires.
• Free health insurance options, for full-time single coverage on Avera High Deductible Health Plan
• 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 are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-6 or send an email to

Helping Our Country's Veterans!

Serving Those Who Served

Job Description:

Seeking Nurse Practitioners to join our Team here at Live Well Family and Perform Disability Exams to Veterans. Providers will be expected to perform Compensation and Pension exams for our country?s veterans who live in the area. As a certified medical disability examiner, you gather and synthesize clinical evidence through medical and military record review, diagnostic testing, interviews with Veterans, and face-to-face examinations. You develop a medical opinion of the likelihood that the Veteran?s condition is related to their military service. The timely and expert examination assures that a Veteran?s claim is heard and processed.

• Perform Compensation and Pension Examinations on Veterans.
• OWN OFFICE IS REQUIRED
• Complete a thorough review of digital medical records.
• Conduct a physical assessment based on specific disability claims.
• User-friendly software, a dedicated provider support system, up front training, and expert report guidance. (portal has AI option making charting quicker)
• Must be able to perform exams a minimum of 8 hours a week.
• There is no treatment, follow-up, diagnosis, or prescription of medications.
• Need an unrestricted state license to practice.
• Having some knowledge in performing Musculoskeletal Assessments with all range of motions, limited Neurologic assessments and Cardiopulmonary examinations is helpful but not required.

Benefits:

· Flexibility, set your own schedule (7 days a week, yes even weekends are a possibility!).

Qualifications:

• Board-certified Required
• Personal laptop
• Able to work independently.
• Computer knowledge
• Medically licensed health care professional in the state you're applying for.

Job Types: Part-time, Contract

Pay: $250.00 - $1,200.00 per year

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Work Location: In person

Physician Assistant | Emergency Medicine Location: South Dakota Employer: Barton Associates Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details) Start Date: ASAP About the Position We are seeking an experienced Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant for a 4-day locum tenens assignment in South Dakota.

This opportunity begins on Jan 1, 2026, with 24-hour shifts and requires the provider to serve as the sole practitioner in the emergency department.

Location: Avera St Luke's Hospital Worker Type: Regular Work Shift: Rotating days/evenings/nights/weekends (United States of America) Position Highlights Physician Assistant (PA)- Must be licensed and qualified to practice in the state based off job assignment.

Job Description Job Description Salary: $130,000
- $170,000 Job Title:Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant Employment Status:Full-Time Employment Classification:Exempt Compensation:$130,000
- $170,000 Schedule:Monday-Friday, 8:00 am-5:00 pm CT Location:Onsite
- Rapid City, SD Reports To:Chief Medical Officer About The Remedy Mental Health: The Remedy Mental Health is a multi-center clinic offering a comprehensive and integrative range of psychiatric services.