Job Advert
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a salaried GP to join our friendly, supportive GP training practice in Orkney. The post is advertised at 6–8 sessions; however, we are happy to consider flexible or alternative working arrangements for the right candidate.
We deliver high quality, patient centred care with a strong emphasis on teamwork, wellbeing and sustainability. We offer protected weekly administrative time, regular team meetings, and daily coffee breaks within a highly experienced multidisciplinary team.
About the Practice
- Patient list size: 5,500
- Main surgery based in the modern Balfour Hospital, Kirkwall
- Dispensing site in South Ronaldsay
- Branch surgeries in Shapinsay (20‑minute ferry) and North Ronaldsay (15‑minute flight), providing rewarding rural primary care experience with on‑site ANP support
- Flexible job plan, with opportunities to work across sites, offering variety while retaining the continuity and community focus of traditional rural general practice.
The Team
- 4 GP Partners, 4 Salaried GPs
- Practice Nurses and HCA at both Kirkwall and South Ronaldsay
- Experienced administrative team and support from the wider PCIP MDT
What We Offer
- Supportive, collegiate working environment
- Manageable workload with MDT support
- Opportunities to develop portfolio interests, teaching and rural skills, supported by the partner team and NES pathways
- Salary and terms in line with BMA guidance, including NHS pension, annual and study leave
- Golden Hello scheme available for eligible candidates
Why Orkney?
Orkney offers an outstanding quality of life, with short commutes, excellent schools, strong community links, and unparalleled access to outdoor activities. It is consistently voted one of the best places to live in Scotland, combining professional satisfaction with genuine work–life balance.
Applying
Please submit a CV and covering letter.
Informal enquiries are warmly welcomed.
Contact:
Babs Womack, Practice Manager
📞 01856 888270
📧 ork.heilendi@nhs.scot