Top 40 Certified surgical first assistant Jobs in Chicago, Il

SURGICAL FIRST ASSISTANT
Insight —Chicago, IL
- $33.50 - $43.50 an hour
- On call
- Anatomy knowledge
- Surgery
- Mid-level
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT I - SURGERY
Cook County Health & Hospitals System —Chicago, IL
- $63.31 - $71.26 an hour
- Full-time
- Surgery
- BLS Certification
- Pass drug screening
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Surgical Assist - Full time 1.0 1st shift
Advocate Aurora Health —Park Ridge, IL
- $35.50 - $53.25 an hour
- Full-time
- Anatomy knowledge
- Surgery
- Customer service
Dermatology Medical Assistant - Elmhurst/Lombard IL
QualDerm Partners —Elmhurst, IL
- $19.55 - $25.18 an hour
- Full-time
- Surgery
- OSHA
- HIPAA
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Perfusionist
Hospital: Rush University Medical Center —Chicago, IL
- $65.45 - $109.96 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Anatomy knowledge
- Surgery
- Master's degree
Certified Medical Assistant - Med Spa
Desired Aesthetics —Oak Brook, IL
- $24 - $29 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- In-person
- Leadership
- 401(k)
- Paid time off
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Surgical Tech First Assist
Saint Francis Hospital —Evanston, IL
- $29 - $42 an hour
- Full-time
- Surgery
- 5 years
- BLS Certification
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
MEDICAL ASSISTANT-BILINGUAL (SPAINSH)
Cook County Health & Hospitals System —Chicago, IL
- $24.12 - $29.16 an hour
- Full-time
- Spanish
- CPR Certification
- Microsoft Excel
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
9d
Surgical Tech First Assist CSFA - Surgery
Saint Mary of Nazareth Hospital —Chicago, IL
- $37.12 an hour
- Per diem
- Surgery
- 5 years
- BLS Certification
Certified Surgical Technologist First Assist
Franciscan Health —Munster, IN
- Full-time
- Surgery
- BLS Certification
- Mid-level
Medical Assistant, Multi-Specialty - Full-Time, Days
UChicago Medicine —Hinsdale, IL
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- OSHA
Veterinary Assistant - Medical District Veterinary Clinic
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign —Chicago, IL
- $18.97 an hour
- Online Application
- Computer literacy
- High school diploma or GED
- Operating room
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Medical Assistant- Oncology Days (As Needed Non-Benefited)
Northwestern Memorial Healthcare —Chicago, IL
- $20.25 - $27.34 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- CPR Certification
- Vital signs
- Tuition reimbursement
- 401(k) matching
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4d
Certified Nursing Assistant II (CNA II) - Breast Center
Advocate Aurora Health —Park Ridge, IL
- $20.80 - $31.20 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Nursing
- Surgery
- Hospital
9d
Nurse Care Tech, Interventional Radiology, Full Time
Advocate Aurora Health —Park Ridge, IL
- $20.80 - $31.20 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Nursing
- Surgery
- Basic math
12d
Immediate Care Technician - Lincoln Square Full-time Days
Northwestern Memorial Healthcare —Chicago, IL
- $20.25 - $26.33 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Vital signs
- Computer literacy
- Tuition reimbursement
- 401(k) matching
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1d
Registered Nurse - FT overnights - Children's Health Care Center - Chicago 60634
Maryville Academy —Chicago, IL
- $38 - $48 an hour
- 12 hour shift
- Mid-level
- 21 years or older
- Children
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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Registered Nurse - PT- Children's Health Care Center - Chicago 60634
Maryville Academy —Chicago, IL
- $38 - $48 an hour
- Part-time
- Mid-level
- Children
- Ability to sit for extended periods
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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Medical Assistant - Dermatology Lincoln Square Full time Days
Northwestern Memorial Healthcare —Chicago, IL
- $18.98 - $25.62 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- CPR Certification
- Vital signs
- Tuition reimbursement
- 401(k) matching
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3d
Medical Assistant II Certified
UROPARTNERS LLC —Niles, IL
- $20 - $27 an hour
- Full-time
- Vital signs
- HIPAA
- Mid-level
- Profit sharing
- Health savings account
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SURGICAL FIRST ASSISTANT

Insight -
Chicago, IL

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Job Details

$33.50 - $43.50 an hour

Benefits

Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Paid sick time

Qualifications

Anatomy knowledge
Aseptic technique

Full Job Description

GENERAL SUMMARY

The Surgical First Assist (SFA) is a highly skilled, clinically proficient professional who works directly under the supervision of the attending surgeon to provide advanced intraoperative support. This role extends beyond traditional assisting — it requires a forward-thinking mindset focused on innovation, efficiency, and collaboration across the surgical continuum. The SFA serves as a key resource in developing and implementing process improvements, integrating new technologies, and advancing surgical outcomes. Clinical skills performed under direct supervision of the surgeon include but are not limited to: incision, dissection, clamping, cutting, tying, providing hemostasis, insertion of laparoscopic ports, and closure of body planes & skin.

The SFA collaborates closely with all surgical team members to facilitate through-put and optimize safe patient care. They may function in the scrub role for a variety of surgical procedures as needed.

III. DESCRIPTION A. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Excellence & Intraoperative Support

Performs all functions of a Surgical First Assist including exposure, hemostasis, suturing, tissue handling, and wound closure under the surgeon’s direction.

Anticipates surgeon needs throughout each procedure, ensuring instruments, supplies, and devices are ready for immediate use.

Maintains sterile technique and ensures patient safety and positioning integrity at all times.

Proactively identifies opportunities to improve case efficiency and instrument utilization.

Innovation & Process Improvement

Collaborates with surgical leadership and vendors to trial new technologies, instruments, and minimally invasive techniques.

Participates in multidisciplinary performance improvement initiatives, including reduction of turnover times, standardization of instrument trays, and cost-efficiency efforts.

Contributes to digital documentation workflows, assisting in implementing systems that optimize case tracking, inventory, and data analytics.

Provides feedback on new devices or methods that enhance precision and patient outcomes.

Education, Mentorship & Leadership

Serves as a clinical mentor to surgical technologists, residents, and nursing staff.

Participates in orientation and education of new team members and cross-trained staff.

Engages in continuing education to stay current on advancements in surgical techniques and perioperative best practices.

Promotes a culture of collaboration, continuous learning, and patient-centered innovation

Collaboration & Teamwork

Partners with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and perioperative staff to coordinate and execute high-quality surgical care.

Assists in the preparation for surgical cases, assuring that supplies, equipment and instruments are available and in working order prior to the start of each case.

Assists the surgical team in the transport, transfer and positioning of patients in the operating room.

Participates in pre-op briefings and post-op debriefings to evaluate case flow and identify improvement opportunities.

Assists in maintaining supply and equipment inventory.

Communicates proactively and professionally across the care team to ensure seamless patient experiences.

On-call duties as scheduled.

Other duties as assigned.

B. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Qualifications

Certified Surgical First Assist (CSFA), Certified First Assistant (CFA), or Physician Assistant (PA-C) / RNFA credential required.

Minimum 3–5 years of surgical experience; advanced proficiency in multiple specialties preferred (e.g., Orthopedic, Neurosurgery, General, or Robotics).

Strong understanding of sterile technique, surgical instrumentation, and anatomy.

Demonstrated ability to integrate technology and process improvement into practice.

Excellent problem-solving, critical thinking, and interpersonal communication skills.

Preferred Attributes

Passionate about surgical innovation, data-driven improvement, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Actively participates in surgical committees, vendor evaluations, or technology trials.

Forward-thinking, self-directed, and capable of balancing clinical precision with creativity.

Experienced in EMR documentation, efficiency dashboards, or digital workflow initiatives

Performance Metrics

Case efficiency and surgeon satisfaction scores.

Reduction in intraoperative delays and supply waste.

Participation in innovation or quality improvement projects.

Contribution to staff development and cross-training success rates.

IV. Ensures that care is provided for all patients utilizing the attributes of:

Unconditional love

Trustworthy collaboration

Health Education

Contagious calm

Perfect skill in fostering safety and comfort

Creation of a restorative environment

Cares for self

Watchfulness

Power derived from service

Participatory – authoritative management

V. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Certified Surgical First Assist (CSFA), Certified First Assistant (CFA), or Physician Assistant (PA-C) / RNFA credential required.

Minimum 3–5 years of surgical experience; advanced proficiency in multiple specialties preferred (e.g., Orthopedic, Neurosurgery, General, or Robotics).

Benefits:

Paid Sick Time - effective 90 days after employment
Paid Vacation Time - effective 90 days after employment
Health, vision & dental benefits - eligible at 30 days, following the 1st of the following month
Short and long-term disability and basic life insurance - after 30 days of employment

Insight Employees are required to be vaccinated for COVID-19 as a condition of employment, subject to accommodation for medical or sincerely held religious beliefs.

Insight is an equal opportunity employer and values workplace diversity!

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Disclaimer:

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of functions, tasks, duties, responsibilities and requirements of employees so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of Insight Hospital and Medical Center.

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