Healthcare Jobs in South Dakota with H-1B Sponsorship
Healthcare H-1B sponsorship jobs in South Dakota are concentrated with large regional health systems including Sanford Health and Avera Health, both headquartered in Sioux Falls. Demand spans physicians, nurses, physical therapists, and allied health roles. South Dakota's rural healthcare gaps and growing population centers create consistent hiring needs for internationally trained professionals.
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Rapid City, SD USA
Department
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Starting Pay Rate Range
$17.42 - $20.02
(Determined by the knowledge, skills, and experience of the applicant.)
Job Summary
It starts with heart. That is what you will do each day. As a Laboratory Assistant I at Monument Health, you can begin your healthcare career with no experience necessary. 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 Laboratory Assistant I, you will be responsible for demonstrating a commitment to patient/family experience, quality, safety, and financial stewardship. You will promote a safe working environment and support the department by performing venipuncture and capillary punctures using the most appropriate phlebotomy device and properly collect and process specimens for testing.
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:
- Establishes a cooperative working relationship with all caregivers, physicians, and leaders by promoting professionalism, compassion, and communication.
- Will be punctual and ready to fulfill the duties of the assigned shift.
- Obtains blood specimens accurately and quickly using proper technique with attention to performing AIDET, patient identification, patient care, safety, and infection control practices.
- Restocks supplies.
- Receives and processes samples delivered to the lab. Stores samples appropriately.
- Tracks add-on and extra samples, stores and discards specimens. Performs daily hold over logs and resolves sample problems.
- Demonstrates knowledge of and performs a variety of clerical and computer functions to ensure smooth operation of the department.
- Distributes specimens to the appropriate delivery point in each laboratory department.
- Answers the telephone in assigned sections.
- Involved in departmental and system wide quality improvement initiatives as requested.
- All other duties as assigned.
Additional Requirements
Required:
Education - High School Diploma/GED Equivalent in General Studies
Preferred:
Experience - 1+ years in Clinical Laboratory and/or 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
Diagnostics
Job Family
Laboratory
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
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Starting Pay Rate Range
$17.42 - $20.02
(Determined by the knowledge, skills, and experience of the applicant.)
Job Summary
It starts with heart. That is what you will do each day. As a Laboratory Assistant I at Monument Health, you can begin your healthcare career with no experience necessary. 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 Laboratory Assistant I, you will be responsible for demonstrating a commitment to patient/family experience, quality, safety, and financial stewardship. You will promote a safe working environment and support the department by performing venipuncture and capillary punctures using the most appropriate phlebotomy device and properly collect and process specimens for testing.
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:
- Establishes a cooperative working relationship with all caregivers, physicians, and leaders by promoting professionalism, compassion, and communication.
- Will be punctual and ready to fulfill the duties of the assigned shift.
- Obtains blood specimens accurately and quickly using proper technique with attention to performing AIDET, patient identification, patient care, safety, and infection control practices.
- Restocks supplies.
- Receives and processes samples delivered to the lab. Stores samples appropriately.
- Tracks add-on and extra samples, stores and discards specimens. Performs daily hold over logs and resolves sample problems.
- Demonstrates knowledge of and performs a variety of clerical and computer functions to ensure smooth operation of the department.
- Distributes specimens to the appropriate delivery point in each laboratory department.
- Answers the telephone in assigned sections.
- Involved in departmental and system wide quality improvement initiatives as requested.
- All other duties as assigned.
Additional Requirements
Required:
Education - High School Diploma/GED Equivalent in General Studies
Preferred:
Experience - 1+ years in Clinical Laboratory and/or 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
Diagnostics
Job Family
Laboratory
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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Which healthcare companies sponsor H-1B visas in South Dakota?
Sanford Health and Avera Health are South Dakota's two dominant healthcare employers and have a history of sponsoring H-1B visas for physicians, advanced practice providers, and specialized clinical roles. Monument Health in Rapid City also hires internationally trained professionals. Smaller regional hospitals and federally qualified health centers across the state occasionally sponsor H-1B workers, particularly for hard-to-fill specialist and primary care positions.
Which cities in South Dakota have the most healthcare H-1B sponsorship jobs?
Sioux Falls is by far the most active market, as the headquarters of both Sanford Health and Avera Health, with the largest volume of clinical and administrative healthcare roles. Rapid City is the second-largest hub, anchored by Monument Health. Smaller cities like Aberdeen and Watertown have regional hospitals that periodically sponsor H-1B workers, primarily for physician and specialist shortages.
What types of healthcare roles typically qualify for H-1B sponsorship in South Dakota?
Roles that qualify as specialty occupations under H-1B rules require at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field as a standard requirement for the position. In healthcare, this typically includes physicians, surgeons, dentists, pharmacists, physical therapists, occupational therapists, medical researchers, and clinical laboratory scientists. Registered nurses generally do not qualify under H-1B because the degree requirement is not uniformly enforced across the profession, though exceptions exist for advanced practice roles.
How do I find healthcare H-1B sponsorship jobs in South Dakota?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international job seekers looking for H-1B sponsorship, letting you filter healthcare roles by state so you can browse verified South Dakota opportunities without sorting through positions that don't offer sponsorship. Search for clinical, allied health, and medical research roles at South Dakota's major health systems through Migrate Mate to identify employers actively hiring H-1B candidates in the state.
Are there any state-specific considerations for H-1B healthcare workers in South Dakota?
South Dakota designates many of its counties as Health Professional Shortage Areas or Medically Underserved Areas, which can create stronger employer motivation to pursue H-1B sponsorship for primary care and specialist roles. Some healthcare employers in these areas also participate in the Conrad 30 J-1 waiver program, which is a separate pathway. H-1B workers must still obtain full South Dakota state licensure in their clinical discipline before practicing, and licensing timelines vary by profession.
What is the prevailing wage for H-1B healthcare jobs in South Dakota?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.
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