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WHO WE ARE

The perioperative recruitment specialists.

Carejobz specialises in permanent perioperative recruitment across Australia and New Zealand.

 

For more than 20 years, Kate and Paul Wheeler have helped hospitals build theatre teams that last and supported perioperative professionals to make well-informed career moves.

OUR FOCUS

Precision in perioperative placements

20 years of permanent theatre placements across Australia and New Zealand.

CLINICAL

Scrub & Scout

Anaesthetics

Recovery (PACU)

Endoscopy

LEADERSHIP

Theatre Managers

NUMs & ANUMs

Directors of Nursing

EXPERTISE

Clinical Nurse Educators

CNCs

Quality & Governance

SUPPORT

CSSD Managers

Anaesthetic Technicians

Theatre Techs

Global Network

We have built our reputation on the "permanent-only" model because we believe stability is the ultimate credential. Our industry standing is measured by the retention rates of the teams we build. For 20 years, we have been the silent partner behind some of the most stable surgical departments in ANZ, proving that a specialized focus leads to superior clinical and financial outcomes for our hospital partners.

Permanent Only

Our commitment to excellence is backed by a rigorous adherence to perioperative standards and industry best practices. We maintain active professional standing within the recruitment and healthcare communities, ensuring every permanent placement meets the highest clinical benchmarks. By staying aligned with current surgical innovations and governance, we provide a level of vetting that generalist agencies simply cannot replicate.

20 Years

Carejobz brings more than 20 years of healthcare recruitment experience across Australia and New Zealand. We understand how theatre cultures evolve and what helps permanent teams remain stable. Our experience with Australian and New Zealand registration pathways and trans-Tasman relocations allows us to give candidates and employers practical, informed support.

WHY CAREJOBZ

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OUR TEAM

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Kate & Paul Wheeler

Kate is known for her strong professional networks across Australia and New Zealand and for her proactive approach to identifying perioperative professionals who may not be actively seeking a new role.

Paul has worked alongside Kate in healthcare recruitment since 2003, building specialist healthcare recruitment businesses across ANZ. An executive headhunter securing senior healthcare leaders, he now focuses on workforce retention, culture and leadership capability through The Human Edge Group.

LATEST ARTICLES

  • Kate secured my new role in just five days. Beyond the position, she truly grasped our family's relocation needs, offering sincere and helpful guidance. Paul's deep market expertise provided the assurance we needed for this transition.
    We highly endorse Carejobz for any professional considering a similar career move across the region.
    Melanie, Nurse Unit Manager - Canberra
  • "Kate and Paul are fantastic!

    They have helped me so much to secure my dream job in a place that's soo beautiful!
    They are very attentive and always just a quick email away.
    I would highly recommend Carejobz!"
    Joy,  CNS - Sunshine Coast
  • "Kate has demonstrated exceptional patience and dedication.

    She has been very supportive and persistent in helping us find the right job, and we sincerely appreciate her efforts."

    Marie-Grace - Scrub Scout - Adelaide

  • "We couldn't be happier with our experience with Carejobz.

    Kate and Paul consistently deliver high-quality perioperative candidates."
    Steve, CEO, Kensington Private Hospital - NZ
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CONTACT US

For any client or other enquires please contact us on info@carejobz.com

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