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How much do csfa jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for csfa in Arizona is $124,362.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $37,700.00 and $168,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a CSFA?

A Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA) is a healthcare professional who works alongside surgeons, nurses, and other surgical team members to assist during operations. Their duties include providing exposure, handling instruments, controlling bleeding, and suturing wounds. CSFAs play a critical role in ensuring surgeries run smoothly and safely. They typically work in hospitals, outpatient centers, or specialty surgical practices. Certification is required, which involves completing an accredited program and passing an exam.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a CSFA?

To thrive as a Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA), you need in-depth knowledge of surgical procedures, anatomy, and aseptic techniques, typically supported by completion of an accredited surgical assisting program and CSFA certification. Familiarity with surgical instruments, operating room protocols, and patient monitoring systems is essential. Strong teamwork, communication, and adaptability under pressure are vital soft skills for this fast-paced environment. Mastery of these skills ensures patient safety, efficient surgical procedures, and effective collaboration with surgeons and operating room staff.

What does a typical workday look like for a Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA)?

A typical workday for a CSFA involves preparing the operating room, assisting the surgeon during procedures by handling instruments, controlling bleeding, and suturing, as well as ensuring patient safety throughout the surgery. CSFAs collaborate closely with surgeons, nurses, and anesthesia providers to provide seamless care before, during, and after procedures. The workflow can include reviewing patient charts, participating in preoperative briefings, and assisting with post-operative care or documentation. This role requires the ability to handle high-pressure situations, adapt to varying surgical specialties, and work efficiently as part of a multidisciplinary team.

How long does it take to get a certified surgical first assistant (Csfa) certification?

Becoming a Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA) typically requires completing a surgical assisting program, which can take about 1 to 2 years, followed by passing the National Surgical Assistant Examination (NSAE). Candidates often need prior healthcare experience, such as being a registered nurse or surgical technologist, before qualifying for certification. The process involves both education and clinical training to ensure competency in assisting during surgeries.

What cities in Arizona are hiring for Csfa jobs?

Cities in Arizona with the most Csfa job openings:

Infographic showing various Csfa job openings in Arizona as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 75% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 8% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $124,362 per year, or $59.8 per hour.

Certified Surgical First Assist (CSFA) - Cardiovascular Surgery

Lifepoint Health

Lake Havasu City, AZ • On-site

$15K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Certified Surgical First Assist (CSFA) - Cardiovascular Surgery
Job Type: Full Time | Day
$15,000 Sign on Bonus (3 yr commitment)
Schedule: 5x8, Day (6:30 am - 3:00 pm), Monday - Friday
Your experience matters
Havasu Regional Medical Center is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Certified Surgical First Assist joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.
More about our team
At Havasu Regional Medical Center, our Certified Surgical First Assist play a critical role in delivering safe, high-quality surgical care. Working side by side with surgeons and the operating room team, you are an essential part of ensuring efficient procedures and positive patient outcomes. Our culture is built on genuine care for both our patients and one another, with patient safety and well-being at the center of everything we do. You'll be supported by strong teamwork and leaders who are present, approachable, and truly invested in your success. In our most recent culture survey, team members shared how much they value the supportive environment and the people they work alongside each day.
How you'll contribute
A Certified Surgical First Assist (CSFA) who excels in this role:
  • Provides direct assistance to the surgeon(s) during surgical procedures.
  • Positions patients to give best exposure for surgical procedures, using stabilizing equipment, when necessary, while maximizing patient comfort and safety.
  • Provides visualization of the operative site using appropriate methods, including manipulation of tissue and materials, retraction, sponging, suctioning, and irrigation.
  • Utilizes appropriate techniques to achieve temporary and permanent hemostasis.
  • Assists with body plane closure, application of wound dressings, and securing of drainage systems.

Why join us
We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:
  • Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
  • Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
  • Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
  • Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
  • Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What we're looking for
Applicants should have a current Arizona Certified Surgical First Assist (CSFA) with the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting and Graduate of a Program in Discipline Required. Associate's Degree Preferred. Minimum of 1 year of CSFA experience required.
Additional requirements include:
  • Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) required within 30 days of hire
  • Required Skills: Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
  • Licenses: Certified Surgical First Assist (CSFA) with the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting
  • Education: Associate degree Preferred; Graduate of a Program in Discipline Required
  • Experience: Minimum of 1 year of CSFA experience required.

More about Havasu Regional Medical Center
Havasu Regional Medical Center is a Joint Commission accredited, Medicare certified hospital located in Lake Havasu City, Arizona. Havasu Regional Medical Center is a joint venture between PHC-Lake Havasu, Inc. and many community physicians. Through this ongoing collaboration, we are able to identify and focus on the elements that make for a
quality-driven healthcare environment for our patients. Havasu Regional Medical Center is partially owned or invested in by physicians.
As a community hospital and regional referral center for healthcare, Havasu Regional Medical Center offers a broad and comprehensive scope of services in major medical disciplines. A medical staff of more than 33 affiliated physicians represents a broad cross section of expertise in 31 medical specialties.
Havasu Regional Medical Center provides 24-hour emergency service with full-time emergency physicians on duty. The hospital has also earned an ALS Base Hospital Certificate from the state of Arizona, authorizing medical direction and support of prehospital care providers such as fire department or ambulance personnel.
EEOC Statement
"Havasu Regional Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Havasu Regional Medical Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."
About Us
Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.
About the Team
We employ and provide care to people from all walks of life. We are committed to promoting healing, providing hope, preserving dignity and producing value with an inclusive workforce in which diversity is leveraged, respected, and reflective of the patients, family members, customers and team members we serve.

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Lifepoint Health serves patients, clinicians, communities and partners across the healthcare continuum. Our diversified healthcare delivery network extends from coast to coast, consisting of community hospitals, rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and additional sites of care.

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Health care and social assistance

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Headquarters location

Brentwood, TN, US

Year founded

1999

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