Canary Islands Health Authorities' Medical Staff Stabilization

Overview

The Canary Islands' health authorities have finalized the appointment of fixed medical staff through an extraordinary stabilization process aimed at regularizing temporary health workers. After years of legal and administrative steps, including public calls, assessments, and candidate selection, the service has officially appointed specialists, notably in Hematology and Hemotherapy.

The latest resolution, published on December 22, 2025, confirms the names of those who will become permanent staff, marking a significant move to improve job stability within the regional health system.

Key Details

• This process addresses longstanding concerns about job security for many health professionals who, after years in temporary roles, will now gain long-term employment rights.
• Newly appointed staff have a 15-day window to take their oaths of office at various hospitals and health centers across the islands.
• Failure to do so could result in losing the right to the position, barring justified reasons such as illness.

Broader Context and Impact

• The government’s move comes amid broader efforts to stabilize healthcare employment and ensure better continuity of care.
• For residents, especially expats relying on consistent healthcare services, this development means greater stability and confidence in their medical providers.
• It also underscores the regional government’s commitment to addressing the precarious employment situation faced by many public health workers, aligning with national policies on public sector reform.