The association claims that this practice, observed across various health areas in the Canary Islands, violates current health regulations. According to the entity, generic contracts or internal reassignments are being used to fill positions that should legally be reserved for specialists in Clinical Psychology.
The organization emphasizes that clinical tasks in mental health, such as differential diagnosis or treating severe disorders, require specific competencies gained through PIR training. They warn that lacking this qualification could lead to diagnostic errors and reduced treatment effectiveness for patients.
The association attributes this situation to structural issues, including heavy workloads, staff instability, and the migration of specialists to other regions or the private sector. They further criticize the SCS for seemingly prioritizing economic and administrative factors over clinical quality.
In response, the group has demanded an immediate halt to these assignments, a review of recent hiring, and an urgent increase in specialized training positions. The association has confirmed that some hiring processes are already being challenged and may pursue legal action if the situation is not rectified.
