The Romanian Government unblocks 7,000 positions in the public health system
The Romanian Government has made the decision to unblock nearly 7,000 positions in the public health sector. This measure comes as a direct response to the general strike recently launched by medical staff and auxiliary personnel in hospitals across the country.
The main cause of the protests was the acute shortage of staff, which placed immense pressure on the doctors and nurses already working in the system. Trade unions have repeatedly warned that the insufficient number of employees affects the quality of medical care and patient safety in healthcare facilities.
Through this decision, the authorities hope to reduce the workload of current employees and improve the efficiency of services provided to the population. The unblocking of these positions is seen as a necessary first step to calm social tensions and ensure the continuity of treatments in state hospitals.
Representatives of the Ministry of Health stated that the recruitment process will begin in the coming period, in compliance with the legal procedures in force. It is estimated that the new hires will cover the needs of both county hospitals and smaller medical units in rural areas.
Currently, the situation in hospitals remains under monitoring, while negotiations between the unions and Government representatives continue. The ultimate goal of the authorities is to stop the protest actions and return medical activity to a normal schedule, for the benefit of all Romanian patients.