The Canary Islands' Health Department Staff Appointments

The Canary Islands' Health Department has confirmed the appointment of several health professionals as permanent staff under a special process aimed at stabilizing long-term temporary employment.

This move follows a series of legal and administrative steps initiated in late 2022 to convert temporary positions into stable, long-term roles, especially for specialized categories like allergology.

Key Details

• In November 2025, the appointment resolutions were finalized and published, formalizing the switch for eligible candidates.
• Those selected now have 15 days to take their posts at key hospitals and health centers across the islands, including Tenerife, Fuerteventura, and La Palma.

Significance

• These appointments are part of a broader effort to reduce temporary reliance within the public health workforce, ensuring better continuity and quality of care.
• For residents, it means more stable, experienced medical teams, especially in specialized fields like allergology.
• The process also addresses longstanding concerns about job security for healthcare professionals who have been serving in temporary roles for years.

Requirements for Candidates

• Present identification and, if necessary, additional documentation
• Finalize their positions within the 15-day deadline
• Failure to do so results in forfeiting their right to the position.

Legal and Administrative Context

These appointments align with the country’s legal push for health sector stabilization, clarifying employment rights and establishing a clearer pathway for health workers seeking permanent employment.