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SURGICAL FIRST ASSISTANT

Chicago, IL · On-site

$33.50 - $43.50/hr

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 ...

SURGICAL FIRST ASSISTANT

Chicago, IL · On-site

$33.50 - $43.50/hr

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 ...

Senior Financial Analyst

Chicago, IL

$88K - $109K/yr

The SFA will play a critical role in ensuring that the company is able to execute its strategic plans and achieve profitable growth. This role will be the liaison between Finance and the ...

Performs Training of Field Service Technicians, IRVs (Independent Repair Vendors), BMETS, SFA/SFE Service Technicians and Engineers and other personnel as assigned by management, on how to: install ...

Business Developer

Elmhurst, IL · On-site

$65K - $75K/yr

Experience with a CRM or SFA tool * Proven track record of sales goal attainment and pipeline management * Highly competitive, positive, and results driven * Excellent presentation skills * Excellent ...

Experience with a CRM or SFA tool is beneficial. * Proven track record of sales goal attainment in a longer selling cycle environment. * Highly competitive, positive, and results-driven salesperson.

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How much do sfa jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for sfa in Chicago, IL is $99,330.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $88,100.00 and $109,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an SFA?

An SFA (Sales Force Automation) job typically involves managing and optimizing sales processes through technology and data analysis. Professionals in this role help streamline workflows, track sales performance, and improve customer relationship management (CRM) systems. They often work with sales teams to implement automation tools, generate reports, and provide insights to enhance efficiency and decision-making. This role is commonly found in industries that rely on data-driven sales strategies, such as retail, pharmaceuticals, and technology.

What are the typical daily responsibilities for an SFA specialist?

As an SFA specialist, your typical day involves configuring and maintaining sales automation tools, analyzing sales performance data, and providing technical support to the sales team. You will also collaborate closely with IT, marketing, and sales leadership to optimize workflows and ensure a smooth user experience. Training sales staff on new features and documenting process improvements are commonly part of your responsibilities. This role requires balancing technical tasks with ongoing communication to ensure all sales operations run efficiently.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the SFA position, and why are they important?

To thrive as an SFA (Sales Force Automation specialist), you need a solid understanding of sales processes, CRM systems, and data analytics, often supported by a background in business administration or information technology. Expertise in Salesforce, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar SFA platforms, as well as relevant certifications, is highly valuable. Excellent problem-solving, collaboration, and communication skills help you effectively support sales teams and implement solutions. These skills enable SFAs to optimize sales operations, drive productivity, and align technology with business goals.

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Infographic showing various Sfa job openings in Chicago, IL as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 67% In-person, and 33% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $99,330 per year, or $47.8 per hour.

Surgical Technologist First Assist (SFA), Ambulatory Surgery- Registry, Day

The University of Chicago Medicine

Crown Point, IN • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 25 days ago


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Job description


Join a world-class academic healthcare system at UChicago Medicine Crown Point as a Surgical Technologist First Assist at the Ambulatory Surgery Center. UChicago Medicine is an integrated academic and community health system with multiple primary medical facilities within the surrounding suburbs of Chicago and Northwest Indiana. This position is a 100% onsite opportunity.
The Surgical Technologist First Assist (SFA) will support the continuity for care for perioperative patients. The scope of practice includes intraoperative surgical first assisting. The SFA will provide intraoperative surgical care under the direct supervision of the surgeon for all ages and/or provide direction to the perioperative team where needed. The SFA will also perform other duties as assigned.
Essential Job Functions
  • Assists in performance of procedures for the surgical patient in a manner consistent with established policies and procedures
  • To assist in providing intraoperative care
  • To safely and adequately provide and utilize equipment and supplies based on patient needs
  • Participates in ongoing educational activities
  • Completes assigned goals
  • Independently performs surgical scrub role within the operative field and is able to scrub in all services, adult and pediatric.
  • Demonstrates infection control practices by utilizing proper aseptic technique while dealing with blood/body fluid.
  • In conjunction with Unit leadership, Charge Nurse and Central Sterile Processing, demonstrates organizational skills in case preparation, case cart picking and accurate room set-up for instrument and tray contents in scheduled cases. Sets up instruments, supplies and equipment according to surgeon's preference cards, policies and procedures and standards of care.
  • Correctly uses all sterilizers and high level disinfectors related to surgical procedures; documents appropriately and maintains competencies, as required.
  • Properly handles and cares for instrumentation.
  • Demonstrates knowledge of immediate and long term outcomes of surgical activities including, but not limited to: sponge, needle and instrument count, aseptic technique, proper handling of specimens, proper labeling and handling of medications on sterile field and care of electrosurgical active electrodes and implants.
  • In conjunction with Unit leadership, Charge Nurse and Central Sterile Processing, demonstrates organizational skills in case preparation, case cart picking and accurate room set-up for instrument and tray contents in scheduled cases. Sets up instruments, supplies and equipment according to surgeon's preference cards, policies and procedures and standards of care equipment according to surgeon's preference cards, policies and procedures and standards of care.
  • Correctly uses all sterilizers and high level disinfectors related to surgical procedures; documents appropriately and maintains competencies, as required.
  • Properly handles and cares for instrumentation.
  • Demonstrates knowledge of immediate and long term outcomes of surgical activities including, but not limited to: sponge, needle and instrument count, aseptic technique, proper handling of specimens, proper labeling and handling of medications on sterile field and care of electrosurgical active electrodes and implants.
  • Opens instruments and supplies to sterile field and monitors sterility during patient care
  • Handles specimens
  • Provides cost-effective care by proper use of equipment and instruments. Demonstrates appropriate utilization of supplies based on assessed needs, standard of care and surgeon's preference cards.

Required Qualifications
  • Completion of a Surgical Technician First Assistant Program that includes didactic and supervised clinical practice based on AST/NIFA core curriculum for the surgical technician first assistant.
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • BLS required
  • Must hold valid CSFA licensure

Position Details
  • Job Type/FTE: Registry (0.20)
  • Shift: Days (8-hour shifts)
  • Work Location: Onsite
  • Unit/Department: Ambulatory Surgery
  • CBA Code: Non-Union

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We've been at the forefront of medicine since 1899. We provide superior healthcare with compassion, always mindful that each patient is a person, an individual. To accomplish this, we need employees with passion, talent and commitment... with patients and with each other. We're in this together: working to advance medical innovation, serve the health needs of the community, and move our collective knowledge forward. If you'd like to add enriching human life to your profile, UChicago Medicine is for you. Here at the forefront, we're doing work that really matters. Join us. Bring your passion.
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As a condition of employment, all employees are required to complete a pre-employment physical, background check, drug screening, and comply with the flu vaccination requirements prior to hire. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered for flu vaccination consistent with applicable law.
Compensation & Benefits Overview
UChicago Medicine is committed to transparency in compensation and benefits. The pay range provided reflects the anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position.
The pay range is based on a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) and is reflective of current market data, reviewed on an annual basis. Compensation offered at the time of hire will vary based on candidate qualifications and experience and organizational considerations, such as internal equity. Pay ranges for employees subject to Collective Bargaining Agreements are negotiated by the medical center and their respective union.
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