Key data
| Regulation | Resolution 2641/2026, of August 27, from the Management Board of OSI Ezkerraldea-Enkarterri-Cruces |
|---|---|
| Publication | November 2, 2026 (BOE) |
| Entry into force | Not specified |
| Affected parties | Medical specialists in Ophthalmology with permanent positions at Osakidetza or NHS |
| Category | Public Sector — Healthcare position provision |
| Position announced | Head of Healthcare Service in Ophthalmology |
| Announcing body | OSI Ezkerraldea-Enkarterri-Cruces (Osakidetza) |
| Publication in bulletins | BOE, BOPV and Osakidetza website |
OSI Ezkerraldea-Enkarterri-Cruces is opening a merit-based competition for the Head of Ophthalmology Service, a position of clinical and management responsibility within Osakidetza. The announcement, formalized through Resolution 2641/2026, of August 27, is published in the BOE on November 2, 2026, in the BOPV and on Osakidetza's corporate website.
If you are a medical specialist in Ophthalmology with a permanent position in the public system, the clock is ticking: you have 15 business days from the last publication in bulletins to submit your application.
What does this regulation establish?
The resolution regulates the selection process to fill the position of Head of Healthcare Service in Ophthalmology at OSI Ezkerraldea-Enkarterri-Cruces through a merit-based competition. Below are all the requirements and phases of the process:
Access requirements
- Be permanent statutory staff, civil servant or permanent employee of group A1.
- Degree in Medicine with specialization in Ophthalmology.
- Minimum 4 years of experience as an Ophthalmology specialist.
Selection process phases
| Phase | Description |
|---|---|
| Merit evaluation | Assessment of the candidate's professional history, training and accredited experience |
| Public defense of management project | The candidate presents and publicly defends a management project before the panel |
Minimum requirement for appointment
To be appointed Head of Service, the candidate must obtain at least half of the total maximum score of the competition and, independently, at least half of the maximum score of the management project phase. It is not enough to exceed the overall score: both thresholds must be reached separately.
Where the announcement is published
- BOE (Official State Bulletin)
- BOPV (Official Bulletin of the Basque Country)
- Osakidetza official website
Economic and operational impact
For the selected candidate, accessing a service head position at Osakidetza represents a significant salary increase and responsibility. Healthcare service head positions in the Basque public system include position and management allowances that are added to the base salary of group A1, although the exact amounts are not specified in this announcement and depend on Osakidetza's current salary tables.
From an operational perspective, OSI Ezkerraldea-Enkarterri-Cruces thus fills a clinical leadership position in Ophthalmology, with direct impact on service organization, resource management and patient care in its reference area (Ezkerraldea, Enkarterri and Cruces Hospital).
For candidates, the main cost is the time spent preparing the management project, which must exceed the 50% threshold of the maximum score of that phase independently. Insufficient project preparation can eliminate the candidate even if they have an excellent merit record.
Who does it affect?
- Medical specialists in Ophthalmology with permanent positions (permanent statutory staff, civil servant or permanent employee, group A1) at Osakidetza.
- Medical specialists in Ophthalmology with permanent positions in any organization of the National Health System (NHS) that meet the access requirements.
- HR managers and medical directors of OSI Ezkerraldea-Enkarterri-Cruces, who must manage the process and ensure its proper processing.
- Advisors and healthcare career management professionals who support physicians in internal promotion processes.
Practical example
A medical specialist in Ophthalmology with a permanent statutory position at Cruces Hospital (integrated into OSI Ezkerraldea-Enkarterri-Cruces) and 8 years of experience as a specialist decides to apply for the competition.
They meet the group A1 requirement, have a degree in Medicine with specialization in Ophthalmology and far exceed the minimum 4 years of required experience. They submit their application within the 15 business days deadline from the last publication in bulletins (BOE or BOPV, whichever is later).
In the merit evaluation phase they accumulate a high score for their career. However, in the public defense of the management project they obtain a score equivalent to 45% of the maximum of that phase. Although their overall score exceeds 50% of the total, they cannot be appointed: the regulation requires exceeding the 50% threshold in the project phase independently. This is the most common mistake in this type of competition: underestimating the independent weight of the management project.
What should candidates do now?
- Verify the date of last publication in bulletins (BOE or BOPV): the 15 business day deadline starts counting from the later of the two publications. Check the BOE publication and the BOPV to identify which date marks the start of the count.
- Check compliance with requirements: group A1, permanent position (statutory, civil service or employee), degree in Medicine with specialization in Ophthalmology and minimum 4 years of accredited experience.
- Prepare merit documentation: compile and accredit all experience, training and professional activity that will be evaluated in the merit phase.
- Develop the management project: this is the critical phase. It must exceed 50% of the maximum score independently. Dedicate sufficient time to its preparation and, if possible, have it reviewed externally before the public defense.
- Submit the application within the deadline through the channels indicated in the announcement (Osakidetza website and/or official registry), before the 15 business days expire.
- Follow publications in BOE, BOPV and Osakidetza website to stay informed of any corrections, provisional list of admitted candidates or project defense date.
Frequently asked questions
What is the deadline to submit an application for the Ophthalmology head competition at Osakidetza?
The deadline is 15 business days counted from the last publication of the announcement in official bulletins. The announcement is published in the BOE, BOPV and Osakidetza website. The count starts from the later publication of the two (BOE or BOPV).
What requirements must be met to apply for the Head of Ophthalmology position at OSI Ezkerraldea-Enkarterri-Cruces?
Candidates must be permanent statutory staff, civil servant or permanent employee of group A1, with a degree in Medicine and specialization in Ophthalmology, and accredit a minimum of 4 years of experience as an Ophthalmology specialist. Physicians with permanent positions in other National Health System organizations may also apply.
What minimum score must be obtained to be appointed head of service in this competition?
To be appointed, the candidate must obtain at least half of the total maximum score of the competition and, independently, at least half of the maximum score of the management project phase. Failing to exceed either of the two thresholds separately prevents appointment, even if the other is exceeded.
What does the management project phase consist of in the Osakidetza competition?
The candidate must develop and publicly defend a management project before the competition panel. This phase has an independent minimum threshold: you must reach at least 50% of the maximum score of this phase to be appointed, regardless of the score obtained in the merit evaluation.
Where is the announcement for Head of Ophthalmology at Osakidetza published?
The announcement is published in three official channels: the BOE (Official State Bulletin), the BOPV (Official Bulletin of the Basque Country) and the Osakidetza official website. The reference in the BOE is BOE-A-2026-22918, published on November 2, 2026.
Official source
View complete regulation at official source
Notice: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For specific decisions, consult a qualified professional. Source: https://www.boe.es/diario_boe/txt.php?id=BOE-A-2026-22918
