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Israeli Health Ministry Signs Collective Agreement to Boost Veterinarians' Salaries and Ranks
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By כיכר השבת, יוסי נכטיגל
First reported by Now 14 · Jul 29, 2026
What happened
The Israeli Ministry of Health and the State Employees' Union have agreed on a collective contract for ministry veterinarians, featuring salary raises, improved bonuses, and upgraded job ranks to strengthen workforce retention and management.
- 01The State Employees' Union and Ministry of Health signed a collective agreement for ministry veterinarians.
- 02The deal includes significant salary increases and improved eligibility bonuses.
- 03Job roles and ranks for veterinarians will be upgraded under the new agreement.
- 04Union chairman Ophir Elkala'i praised veterinarians as dedicated professionals.
- 05Deputy Director Shani Sharvit noted the agreement boosts workforce strength and management.
- 06The agreement aims to improve employee retention and veterinary supervision capabilities.
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