Join a Supportive, Forward-Thinking Partnership in Midlothian
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated GP to join our established partnership at Dalhousie Medical Practice, working 5-6 sessions per week. Start date and days of work are negotiable for the right candidate.
We are looking for a GP who shares our commitment to delivering excellent, patient-centred care while helping shape the future of our practice. Whether you are an experienced partner or considering partnership for the first time, we would be delighted to hear from you.
Located in the heart of Bonnyrigg, just 10-20 minutes from Edinburgh, we offer the benefits of a close-knit community practice combined with easy access to the city and surrounding countryside.
We are dedicated to maintaining a sustainable workload, supporting work-life balance and creating an environment where GPs can thrive professionally. We welcome candidates with external clinical, educational, leadership or portfolio interests and recognise the value these bring to both the individual and the Practice.
What We Offer
- An established, stable and supportive Partnership
- High earning practice with full parity of profit share
- Flexible working arrangements with sessions negotiable
- Protected administrative time built into every working day
- Regular Protected Learning Time (PLT) afternoons
- Opportunities for teaching, supervision and educational development
- A friendly, collaborative and highly experienced multidisciplinary team
- Support for external professional interests and portfolio careers
- The opportunity to help shape the future direction of a growing practice.
A Sustainable Way to Work
We believe that delivering excellent patient care starts with supporting our clinicians.
Our GP appointment template is modelled on BMA Safe Workload guidance and includes:
- 15-minute appointments
- 12 routine appointments per clinical session
- No routine lunchtime home visits
- Systems to support safe management of urgent demand
As our team continues to grow, we remain committed to reviewing capacity, protecting clinical time and continually refining our workload model to ensure General Practice remains both rewarding and sustainable.
A Practice Committed to Learning
We are an accredited training practice supporting:
- 2nd and 6th Year Medical Students
- FY2 Doctors
- GPST1 and GPST3 Registrars
Whether you are already involved in medical education or interested in developing your skills as a trainer, there are opportunities to become involved in teaching, supervision and mentoring.
Our Practice
Dalhousie Medical Practice serves approximately 9,700 patients. Our patients come from a variety of demographics, and come with a diverse range of presentations, which we find very rewarding. We care for patients across all stages of life, from young families through to older adults, including residents of care homes and adults with learning disabilities.
We are a forward-thinking, friendly and supportive practice comprising:
- 4 GP Partners
- 4 Salaried GPs
- Practice Nurse and Healthcare Assistant
- Advanced Physiotherapy Practitioner
- Primary Care Mental Health Nurse and Wellbeing Practitioner
- Pharmacy Team
- Workflow Team
- Experienced Management and Administration Team
Our Practice uses Vision and Docman systems, and our clinical admin work is assisted by our workflow and clinical pharmacy teams.
We have strong working relationships with community services and are based within the purpose-built Bonnyrigg Health Centre, alongside a wide range of healthcare professionals.
We'd Love to Meet You
Informal visits and conversations are warmly encouraged. We are very keen to get the right person who would fit well within the team. We would be delighted to show you around the Practice and discuss what joining the partnership at Dalhousie Medical Practice could look like for you.
For further information or to arrange an informal visit, please contact Dr Scott Christie, GP Staffing Partner at scott.christie3@nhs.scot and Dr Jenny English, GP Management and Finance Partner at jenny.english@nhs.scot
How to Apply
Please submit a CV and covering letter outlining your interest in the role. Applications should be sent electronically to:
Laura Gillies
Practice Manager
laura.gillies2@nhs.scot
Closing date for applications: Wednesday 9th September 2026