Canary Islands' Health Service Appoints 15 Medical Professionals to Permanent Radiophysics Positions

The Canary Islands' Health Service has officially appointed 15 medical professionals as permanent staff in the hospital radiophysics category. This follows a lengthy process of stabilization aimed at converting long-term temporary contracts into fixed positions, a key move to strengthen healthcare staffing stability across the region.

Timeline and Process

• The appointments follow a series of official resolutions, starting with the initial call for applications in December 2022.
• Candidates underwent merit-based evaluations, leading to several initial appointments.
• Some candidates who initially secured positions renounced their assignments, resulting in last-minute reassignments to fill remaining vacancies.
• The latest resolution, published on June 4, 2026, confirms the final appointment of those successful in the second merit-based adjudication.
• New appointees are required to take their posts within 15 days at the Nuestra Señora de Candelaria University Hospital.

Significance

"This move is an important step towards greater healthcare workforce stability in the Canary Islands, ensuring specialized medical services, such as radiophysics, are staffed with qualified, permanent personnel."

• Ensures specialized medical services are staffed with qualified, permanent personnel.
• Emphasizes transparency and adherence to legal standards in the appointment process.
• Provides clear guidelines for appointment, taking possession, and managing potential delays or disputes.

Benefits for Residents

• Promises more consistent access to specialized health services.
• Supports ongoing efforts to address healthcare challenges in the region.