Canary Islands Healthcare Workforce Stabilization

Overview

The Canary Islands' health authorities have officially appointed long-term temporary healthcare staff as part of efforts to stabilize the workforce. This follows a series of legal and procedural steps initiated since December 2022, including public calls and selection processes designed to convert temporary positions into fixed ones.

Most recently, in November 2025, authorities announced the formal appointment of staff in the Preventive Medicine and Public Health category, a key step in addressing staffing shortages in critical health areas. Candidates who participated in the merit-based selection process now have 15 days to take their official positions at various hospitals and health centers across the islands.

Significance

This move is significant for expats and residents alike, as it aims to create a more secure, stable health workforce, ensuring better continuity of care. The appointments reflect the government’s commitment to reduce temporary contracts, which have historically led to job insecurity for healthcare professionals and service disruptions for patients.

Appointee Requirements

• Must meet specific legal requirements
• Must provide ID upon taking their posts

Deadlines and Provisions

Appointees who fail to do so within the deadline risk losing their appointment, though provisions are in place for health-related delays such as illness.

Broader Context

This series of appointments also signals ongoing efforts to improve health service resilience amid a broader push for public sector stabilization across Spain.