Physician Careers at Natividad

Monterey County’s Only Teaching Hospital & Top‑Rated Residency Program

Natividad has been a trusted provider of high‑quality health care in Monterey County for more than a century, and as the only teaching hospital in Monterey County, we combine exceptional patient care with a strong commitment to medical education through our affiliation with the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF). Our nationally recognized Family Medicine Residency Program offers rigorous, community‑focused training led by Dr. Melissa Nothnagle, voted the Best Residency Director in the Nation, and we are proud that 50% of our graduates remain in Monterey County, helping to expand access to primary care across the region. Natividad also offers a Family Medicine Obstetrics Fellowship and medical student clerkships through UCSF and Touro University, creating a diverse and dynamic learning environment that attracts physicians from around the world. Our hospital is consistently recognized for excellence in patient safety and clinical outcomes, earning a Leapfrog Grade A, receiving the prestigious Gage Award, and achieving distinction through the American College of Surgeons NSQIP program for outstanding surgical quality. As the only Level II Trauma Center in the tri‑county area, Natividad provides immediate access to specialized trauma care, advanced technology, and expert clinical teams. Physicians who are inspired by mission‑driven work and an academically rich environment are encouraged to send their CV to CVReview@natividad.com.