Associate Dentist

We are seeking an enthusiastic Associate Dentist to join our friendly and supportive mixed NHS/private practice in Haddington. This is an excellent opportunity for a patient-focused clinician looking to step into a well-established role with an immediate patient list and significant unserved demand, providing excellent earning potential from day one.

About the Role

• Alternate-week working pattern
• Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 5:30pm
• Mixed NHS and private practice
• Large existing patient base with a substantial unserved list available
• Opportunity to build both NHS and private treatments within an established community practice
• Supportive clinical and administrative team focused on delivering outstanding patient care

What We Offer

• Established patient list with immediate clinical demand
• Strong earning potential through a large unserved patient base
• Flexible alternate-week schedule offering excellent work-life balance
• Experienced and supportive team environment
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Modern, well-equipped mixed practice

Join a thriving practice where you'll benefit from a ready-made patient base, a supportive team culture, and the opportunity to make a real impact within the local community.

About You

• GDC registered Dentist with valid professional indemnity
• Passionate about delivering exceptional patient care
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Team-oriented, professional, and committed to continuous learning

What do you get in return? 

By joining PortmanDentex, you’ll be part of a 360+ practice business, which is predominantly focused on private dentistry. This means you get access to our large network of like-minded clinicians, as well as being surrounded by skilled practice teams who’ll partner with you to deliver exceptional patient care.  The support doesn’t end there though, we also offer: 

• Full clinical freedom – meaning you can use your preferred equipment, materials, labs, and referral pathways to deliver the best level of care to your patients. We’ll champion you as a self-employed clinician, and ensure you always retain your unique identity  
• Access to first class marketing, branding, and business support – enabling you to maximise your diary utilisation 
• Mentoring and CPD – we can connect you with clinical mentors to guide and advise you, as well as running regular CPD events with some of our best-in-class dentists and specialists 
• Support from Clinical Leads – we have a team of practising clinicians who split their week between delivering outstanding care to their patients, and acting as a key link between our clinicians and the wider business. 

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity, equity and inclusion in our workplace. We are committed to creating an environment of mutual respect and are dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities regardless of race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, marital or civil partner status, disability, age, or nationality.