Canary Islands' Healthcare Staff Appointments

Overview

The Canary Islands' health authorities have officially appointed its long-term temporary healthcare staff as fixed public servants. This move marks a significant step in permanent job security for healthcare workers who have been on temporary contracts for years.

The recent resolution finalizes the inclusion of pharmacists and other medical categories into the regular staff structure, following a rigorous selection process based on merit.

Process Timeline

• The process began with the announcement of calls for stabilizing temporary positions in December 2022.
• It progressed through evaluations, merit competitions, and final candidate selections over the past year and a half.
• Recent publications confirm the appointment of pharmacists in primary care as fixed staff, offering them stability after years of temporary work.

Next Steps for Appointed Staff

• Newly appointed staff must take their official oaths within 15 days of the announcement.
• They must adhere to rules regarding documentation, deadlines, and potential delays due to health issues.

Objectives and Impact

The move aims to reduce job insecurity for healthcare workers, improve service continuity, and ensure better staff retention in the public health system.

This initiative responds to ongoing government efforts to regularize the employment status of healthcare personnel across Spain, boosting workforce stability in a critical sector.