Haddington Dental Lounge, a well-established and reputable dental practice located in East Lothian, just 20 minutes from Edinburgh, is seeking an experienced and dedicated Locum Dentist to join our team.
This is an excellent opportunity for a clinician looking to join a thriving practice with an established patient base, providing high-quality mixed dentistry within a supportive and professional environment.
Working Monday to Friday, you will take over the care of an existing patient list from a long-standing dentist, providing continuity of care and building strong relationships with patients who value quality dentistry.
This role offers the flexibility of a temporary position, with the potential to develop into a longer-term opportunity for the right clinician.
The Opportunity
At Haddington Dental Lounge, we pride ourselves on delivering patient-centred care while supporting our clinicians with the freedom and environment needed to provide exceptional dentistry.
As a Locum Dentist, you will have the opportunity to:
• Take over an established patient base with over 300 plan patients
• Provide a wide range of mixed dentistry treatments within a supportive clinical environment
• Enjoy 100% clinical freedom, allowing you to provide treatment based on your professional judgement and patient needs
• Deliver continuity of care for an established and loyal patient community
• Work alongside a friendly and experienced dental team
• Develop your clinical skills while being supported by a reputable and well-established practice
Working Hours
Monday – Thursday: 9:00am – 5:30pm
Friday: 8:30am – 5:30pm
What We Offer
• 50/50 revenue split
• Established patient list with over 300 plan patients
• Supportive and professional practice environment
• Opportunity for professional development and continued learning
• A well-established patient base with excellent continuity of care
• The opportunity to make a real impact within a respected local dental practice
About You
We are looking for a dedicated and skilled clinician who is passionate about delivering excellent patient care and becoming a valued member of our team.
You will have:
• Valid General Dental Council (GDC) registration and licence to practise in the UK
• Proven experience providing general dental treatment within a UK dental practice setting
• Strong diagnostic and clinical assessment skills with the ability to create appropriate treatment plans
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build trust and rapport with patients
• A commitment to delivering high-quality, ethical, and patient-focused care
• Ability to work effectively within a team while managing your own patient list independently
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage a busy clinical schedule
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and maintaining CPD compliance
• Knowledge of UK dental regulations, infection prevention standards, and clinical governance requirements
Key Responsibilities
• Conduct comprehensive patient examinations and develop personalised treatment plans
• Provide a range of general, restorative, preventive, and therapeutic dental treatments
• Maintain accurate clinical records in line with GDC and regulatory requirements
• Communicate treatment options, diagnoses, and aftercare advice clearly with patients
• Maintain excellent standards of infection prevention and patient safety
• Collaborate with the wider dental team to ensure smooth patient care delivery
• Support continuity of care for an established patient base
Whether you are seeking a flexible locum opportunity, looking to develop your career within a respected practice, or interested in a longer-term position, Haddington Dental Lounge offers an excellent platform to deliver outstanding dentistry.
To Apply
📞 Contact Aaliyah on 07586 559680
📧 Email: aaliyah.ali@portmandental.co.uk
Additional Information
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity, equity, and inclusion within our workplace. We are committed to creating an environment of mutual respect and 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.
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.
Good dental care really matters. We provide dental care for 1.5 million patients every year across the UK and Ireland. Today, we support over 370 practices, partner with more than 2,400 clinicians and empower more than 4,500 practice colleagues – to enable better health and happiness across lifetimes.
Our practices are integral parts of their local communities, and we support our clinicians and practice teams to deliver the best care possible for their patients, every day.
We know that every patient and every community is unique. As a dental group we strive to balance celebrating the individuality of our clinicians and practices, with using the benefits of our scale and commitment to deliver excellent dental care.
We’re also part of the wider Portman Healthcare International Group which has a presence in five European countries.
