Australian Capital Territory

Shayla Owusu

Senior Consultant

Background

Industry Experience

10+ years of healthcare experience across internal and agency recruitment
Specialised in rural and metro GP recruitment since 2020

With a strong background in GP workforce and practice management, Shayla has led recruitment and retention initiatives across 24 clinics throughout NSW and VIC. She now works closely with clinics across NSW and the ACT, supporting long-term workforce planning and delivering strategic recruitment guidance.

Shayla has successfully placed GPs from the UK, UAE and Sri Lanka into practices across Australia, bringing a comprehensive understanding of 19AA and 19AB restrictions, exemptions, and GP training pathways.

A dedicated advocate for both clients and candidates, Shayla is committed to delivering high-quality, personalised recruitment solutions. She is particularly passionate about advancing rural healthcare, while leveraging her metro experience to ensure every placement is well-informed, sustainable, and aligned with the needs of both doctors and communities.

GP Placements

90+ GPs placed nationally

Recent Placements

General Practitioner – Goulburn, NSW (DPA/MM3)
General Practitioner – Corowa, NSW (DPA/MM4)
General Practitioner – Carnes Hill, NSW
General Practitioner – St. Marys, NSW
General Practitioner – Sussex Inlet (DPA/MM5)

Rory McDonald

Senior Recruitment Consultant

Background

Industry Experience

10+ years of experience across professional recruitment, talent acquisition and workforce solutions
Specialised in permanent recruitment across professional, specialist, management and executive-level positions

Rory brings over 10 years of recruitment experience, having held senior leadership positions across national recruitment organisations. Throughout his career, he has worked with businesses of all sizes, from local operators to multinational organisations, developing a strong understanding of the importance of attracting the right people and building successful, long-term teams.

With extensive experience in professional recruitment, Rory brings a fresh perspective to the medical sector, combining his recruitment expertise with a genuine interest in people and the important role healthcare professionals play in their communities. He understands that recruiting within healthcare goes beyond qualifications and experience, with the right cultural fit, professional goals and long-term suitability all playing an important role in a successful placement.

Rory takes a straightforward, personalised approach to recruitment, focusing on understanding the individual needs of both practices and candidates. He is particularly motivated by the opportunity to help medical practices secure quality professionals, supporting stronger teams, continuity of care and positive outcomes for the communities they serve.