Testimonials

Plexus holds a unique place in the recruitment market. Our team consists mostly of health professionals who have migrated to Australia, and can thus draw on their own firsthand experiences in providing expert advice. Our team is comprised of Australian and New Zealand health professionals who have the local knowledge of employment conditions, while  providing superior candidate/position matching  We are experts in the complexity of the jobs and migration process so we can guide our candidates through the maze of the necessary paperwork.

Plexus provides a seamless, efficient and hassle-free transition into the healthcare system of Australia for overseas trained recruitment of doctors, nurses and their families. Plexus treats all candidates with respect and honesty to ensure that their needs are met.

RCSA Code for Professional Practice
The Commonwealth Code of Practice for the International Recruitment of Health Workers

Dr. Weitkamp is responsible for interviewing all senior medical practitioners who are seeking specialist/consultant level medical positions in Australia and New Zealand. He is also available to deal with enquiries relating to College membership.

Originally from Germany, Dr. Weitkamp completed his undergraduate training at the University of Munster before moving to the UK to complete his specialist training in Anaesthetics (FRCA). He then moved to Australia in 1998 and completed a 1-year training post. On his return he worked as a consultant in the north east of England but returned to Australia permanently in 2000. He became a Fellow of the Australia and New Zealand College of Anaesthetists and now holds a consultant post at a major teaching hospital in Melbourne.

Gillian is responsible for liason with clients across Australia and New Zealand as well as the placement of senior medical candidates across Australia and New Zealand

Gillian is a physiotherapist who comes originally from Scotland. She worked as a department manager in the NHS, giving her significant recruitment experience. She emigrated to Australia in 2000 and has worked at the University of Melbourne as a lecturer on the Physiotherapy degree course while also undertaking research towards her PhD degree. She is thoroughly enjoying her role as MD of Plexus and has overseen our huge rise in popularity amongst candidates and clients.

Cathy is responsible for enquiries related to nursing placements across Australia and New Zealand.

Cathy is a Registered Nurse who completed her training in Melbourne. After completing her degree she then specialised in Intensive Care Nursing before moving on to Cardio-Thoracic Nursing. She later moved interstate and took on the role of ANUM of a High Dependency Unit in the Private Hospital Sector and over saw the recruitment of new staff to the Unit. She has gained vast experience in relocating through moves to the U.S.A and Singapore.

Donna is responsible for enquiries related to junior medical staff placements across all states in Australia and New Zealand.

Originally from Sydney, Donna completed her undergraduate degree in Health Services Management and worked in medical recruitment at one of New South Wales metropolitan hospitals. She moved to Melbourne four years ago and continued her career in medical recruitment at one of Victoria’s leading teaching hospitals.

Barb is responsible for enquiries related to placements within the psychiatric sphere both medical and nursing.

Barb has over 20 years experience as a health professional and Manager working across the non-government, public health and private hospitals and community based sectors giving her a comprehensive understanding of how the respective health services function. As a senior manager in a leading Melbourne health service, she has many years experience in the recruitment of health professionals ranging from nurses to Psychiatry consultants.

Sally is responsible for enquiries related to visa applications and reference checking.

Sally has had 18 years nursing experience in both the private and the public sector covering General Nursing, Midwifery, Neonatal Care and Maternal and Child Health Nursing. She has been part of the Plexus team since its launch and despite being part time she is now our "go to" team member on issues like doctor salary or medical jobs.