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
Permanent specialists for every stage of the surgical journey:
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Clinical: Scrub & Scout • Anaesthetics • Recovery (PACU) • Endoscopy
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Leadership: Theatre Managers • NUMs & ANUMs • Directors of Nursing
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Expertise: Clinical Nurse Educators • CNCs • Quality & Governance
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Support: CSSD Managers • Anaesthetic Technicians • Theatre Techs
20 years of permanent theatre placements across Australia and New Zealand.
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
Our Team
Paul Wheeler
Paul has worked alongside Kate in healthcare recruitment since 2003, helping build and grow specialist healthcare recruitment businesses across Australia and New Zealand. He is a skilled executive level headhunter with extensive experience identifying and securing senior healthcare leaders across clinical and operational roles.
Through The Human Edge Group Paul now focuses on workforce retention, organisational culture and leadership capability within healthcare organisations
Kate 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.
What Our Clients & Candidates Say
VOICES OF SATISFACTION AND SUCCESS
"Kate at Carejobz had me placed within five days. She didn't just focus on the job, she understood our family's move and gave us honest, practical advice throughout. Paul's industry knowledge gave us real confidence we were making the right decision. We would not hesitate to recommend Carejobz to anyone making a similar move."
Melanie, Nurse Unit Manager
"We were matched with a perfect candidate for our perioperative team."
Elizabeth, Director Of Nursing,
Canberra Private Hospital
"We've worked with Kate at Carejobz on several occasions when we've needed help finding the right theatre staff, and she never disappoints."
Penny, Hospital Manager
"We couldn't be happier with our experience with Carejobz. Kate and Paul consistently deliver high-quality perioperative candidates."
Steve, CEO, Kensington Private Hospital
