Canary Islands' Health Department Appoints Fixed Staff in Key Medical Positions

Background

The Canary Islands' Health Department has officially appointed fixed staff in key medical positions following a lengthy process of stabilization for long-term temporary employees. After a series of resolutions stretching from December 2022 to December 2025, dozens of medical professionals, especially in Family and Community Medicine, received confirmation of their employment status becoming permanent.

Purpose of the Process

This process aims to address job stability for health workers who had been in long-term interim roles, a common issue in Spain’s public health sector. The recent resolution, published on December 22, 2025, officially names these professionals as permanent staff, allowing them to gain job security and benefits.

Appointment Rules

• Staff must take office within 15 days of appointment.
• Employees are required to confirm their identity and submit additional documentation if necessary.
• Staff already working in the same centers can skip some paperwork.
• Employees who fail to take office in time risk losing their position.
• Exceptions are made for health-related absences such as illness.

Broader Context

"This move is part of Spain's broader effort to improve public health employment conditions, ensuring that long-serving interim workers receive stability and recognition."

Benefits for the Community

• Residents can expect more consistent healthcare services.
• Job stability among healthcare workers often leads to better quality care.