The Maryhill Group Practice, based in the beautiful town of Elgin in Moray, is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Minor Illness Nurse to join the Practice Nurse Team.  Hours can be negotiable, worked between 8.30-18.00 hrs. 

About Us: 

We are a long-established and innovative practice, dedicated to delivering high-quality care to our list of 22,500 patients. Our Partnership currently consists of five GPs, supported by an excellent team of salaried GPs, Advanced Nurse Practitioners, Specialist Practice Nurses, an Integrated Community Nursing Team, Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Mental Health Workers and Administrative staff. 

We pride ourselves on being a collaborative and supportive team that values professionalism, innovation, and a patient-centred approach. We are committed to continual improvement and actively promote a culture of learning and development to ensure we provide the best possible care to our patients.

The Role: 

As a Minor Illness Nurse at the practice, you would be working alongside the Duty Doctor, Duty ECPs, ANPs, Minor Illness Nurses and Specialist Practice Nurses to help cover the unscheduled care work of our 22,500 patients. The main role consists of Minor Illness Clinics with the potential for Long Term Conditions management and telephone triage.  The role, while autonomous, has the duty and wider team available for advice and support for the whole of the working day.

We are looking for someone who:

• Is competent and confident to work as an autonomous practitioner with the support of the wider team in all aspects of Minor Illness Management
• Brings experience in either Primary Care, Acute or Emergency medicine 
• Experience in Minor Illness Management with an Independent Prescribing qualification desirable, not essential as training/education can be available for the suitable candidate
• Is passionate about patient care and committed to delivering the highest standards of service
• Thrives working in a fast paced environment 
• Has a collaborative, team-based approach

Why Elgin? 

Nestled between the Highlands and the Moray Firth, Elgin offers an enviable quality of life with a perfect mix of natural beauty, outdoor activities, and a welcoming community feel — all within easy reach of excellent transport links and local amenities.

To Apply: 

Please complete the application form available on the link below, or email Mrs Lisa Britten, Practice Nurse Team Lead at lisa.britten@nhs.scot for a copy to be provided. For any informal enquiries or further information about the role, please contact: 

·          Dr Kerry Cattanach GP Partner – kerry.cattanach@nhs.scot

·          Lisa Britten Practice Nurse Team Lead – lisa.britten@nhs.scot 

Closing Date: Friday 4^th July 2025

Minor Illness New Application Form