Canary Islands' Healthcare Professional Career Recognition

Overview

The Canary Islands' health authorities have finalized the professional career recognition process for their healthcare personnel.

The process allows medical professionals to advance within their job levels based on merit, experience, and continuous development, without needing to switch roles.

After a pause in this recognition from 2011 to 2017, the suspension was lifted, enabling fixed and temporary staff to apply for career progression.

Key Details

• In 2025, a committee reviewed applications from healthcare workers seeking promotion.
• The majority of applications were recognized and assigned to higher professional grades with additional credits.
• Some applications were rejected due to insufficient requirements or failure to meet evaluation criteria.
• Decisions on rejections can be challenged publicly.

Impact and Significance

• This recognition impacts staff morale and career development.
• It offers tangible rewards for experience and skills.
• Aims to improve healthcare services.

Additional Notes

• The process highlights ongoing adjustments and transparency in personnel management.
• The final list of approved and rejected requests was published in recent official bulletins.
• This step is regarded as significant in valuing healthcare workers and boosting their professional growth within the regional health system.