- Open jobs
- 2
- Agencies hiring
- 1
- Median pay in listings
- $38.35/hour
- Median wage in South Dakota (BLS)
- $20.13/hour
Medical Assistant pay in South Dakota
The median wage for Medical Assistant jobs in South Dakota is $20.13 per hour ($41,870 a year full-time). Jobs on this page pay a median of $38.35/hour. Travel and contract jobs often pay more than staff positions because they include housing and meal stipends.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025. Pay in listings is converted to an hourly rate assuming 36–40 hours a week.
License and requirements
Most allied health roles need a national certification (for example ARRT for radiologic technologists, NBRC for respiratory therapists, NBSTSA for surgical technologists) and, in many states, a state license. Therapists (PT, OT, SLP) need a license from South Dakota; the PT and OT compacts let licensed therapists from member states get privileges faster.
Agencies hiring for Medical Assistant jobs in South Dakota
| Agency | Open jobs | Median pay |
|---|---|---|
| AHS Staffing | 2 | $38.35/hr |
Cities with the most Medical Assistant jobs
Mitchell (2)
FAQ
How much does a Medical Assistant make in South Dakota?
The median wage for Medical Assistant jobs in South Dakota is $20.13 per hour (about $41,870 a year), according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025. Medical Assistant jobs listed on ReferHire pay a median of $38.35 per hour.
How many Medical Assistant jobs are open in South Dakota?
2 Medical Assistant jobs from 1 staffing agencies are open on ReferHire right now.
What license do I need?
Most allied health roles need a national certification (for example ARRT for radiologic technologists, NBRC for respiratory therapists, NBSTSA for surgical technologists) and, in many states, a state license. Therapists (PT, OT, SLP) need a license from South Dakota; the PT and OT compacts let licensed therapists from member states get privileges faster.