A nocturnist opportunity is open at Good Samaritan Hospital in San Jose, California — a nationally recognized acute care system with two campuses (San Jose main campus and Mission Oaks campus in Los Gatos) situated in the heart of Silicon Valley. Good Samaritan is Santa Clara County's first Stroke Certified Hospital, a county-designated STEMI receiving center, and one of only three hospitals in the nation to receive the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer Outstanding Achievement Award five consecutive times — making this a high-acuity, subspecialty-rich environment for a nocturnist who wants strong backup and institutional depth.
Perks and Benefits
- Employee model with a full benefits package
- Paid professional liability insurance with paid tail coverage
- Access to a robust, in-house CME program with continuing education resources
- Clinician referral program
- Supportive, stable organizational infrastructure with a long-standing presence at this facility
Practice Highlights
- Nocturnist role covering an established inpatient hospitalist service at a high-acuity acute care hospital
- Patient-focused practice environment with a strong emphasis on clinical quality
- Excellent specialty support in place across multiple service lines
- Two-campus system: main campus in San Jose and Mission Oaks campus in Los Gatos
- Nationally recognized neurosciences program and designated Stroke Certified Hospital — first in Santa Clara County
- County-designated STEMI receiving center with advanced cardiology services
- Comprehensive cancer services recognized with five consecutive Outstanding Achievement Awards from the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer
- High-risk obstetrics program — voted "Bay Area's Best Place to Have a Baby" and "Family Favorite Hospital" by Bay Area Parent magazine readers for over 10 consecutive years
- Innovative surgical program with advanced operative techniques
Qualifications
- Board certification or board eligibility in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine
- Completion of an ACGME-accredited Internal Medicine or Family Medicine residency
- Active California medical license or eligibility to obtain
- Comfort managing the full spectrum of inpatient medical acuity in a high-volume, subspecialty-supported acute care environment
About the Community
San Jose anchors the southern end of Silicon Valley in Santa Clara County — one of the most economically dynamic regions in the United States, offering world-class dining, arts, and cultural diversity alongside easy access to the natural beauty of the Santa Cruz Mountains, Monterey Bay, and the greater Bay Area. The region's year-round mild climate, top-rated public and private schools, and proximity to San Francisco make it a compelling destination for physicians relocating with families. Los Gatos, home to the Mission Oaks campus, is a charming hillside community consistently ranked among the most desirable small cities in California.