Medical Laboratory Technician Jobs in South Dakota
Medical Laboratory Technician jobs in South Dakota are open across Sioux Falls, Aberdeen, and Belle Fourche and other South Dakota metros, with employers like Sanford Health, Monument Health, and Sioux Center Health hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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PRIMARY LOCATION
Rapid City, SD USA
DEPARTMENT
RCH Laboratory
SCHEDULED WEEKLY HOURS
36
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
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.
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
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.
PRIMARY LOCATION
Rapid City, SD USA
DEPARTMENT
RCH Laboratory
SCHEDULED WEEKLY HOURS
36
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
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.
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
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.
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Where South Dakota roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Medical Laboratory Technician Job Market in South Dakota
A snapshot from current South Dakota openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Sanford Health4
- Monument Health2
- Sioux Center Health2
- Sanford Bismarck1
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services9
- Non-Profit & Social Services1
What South Dakota Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in medical laboratory technician jobs across South Dakota.
- Associate degree in clinical or medical laboratory science or a related field
- ASCP (American Society for Clinical Pathology) or AMT certification preferred or required
- Proficiency operating automated hematology and chemistry analyzers
- Knowledge of CLIA regulations and laboratory quality control procedures
- Experience performing venipuncture and processing blood, urine, and tissue specimens
- One to two years of clinical laboratory experience in a hospital or reference lab setting
Medical Laboratory Technician Jobs in South Dakota: Frequently Asked Questions
How many medical laboratory technician jobs are there in South Dakota?
There are 9+ medical laboratory technician openings in South Dakota on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Sioux Falls, Aberdeen, and Belle Fourche. New positions post regularly as employers across South Dakota hire.
Which South Dakota cities have the most medical laboratory technician jobs?
Sioux Falls, Aberdeen, and Belle Fourche have the most medical laboratory technician openings in South Dakota right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire medical laboratory technicians in South Dakota?
Employers hiring medical laboratory technicians in South Dakota include Sanford Health, Monument Health, and Sioux Center Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote medical laboratory technician jobs in South Dakota?
Yes. About 0% of medical laboratory technician openings tied to South Dakota are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in South Dakota metros.
How do I apply for medical laboratory technician jobs in South Dakota?
You can apply to medical laboratory technician jobs in South Dakota directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred South Dakota location, then apply to each one that fits.
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