The SINDESS Subdirectiva at Hospital Departamental San Antonio de Pitalito issued an open letter to the governor and the public on July 28, 2026.
The union expressed concern over increased working hours, reduced vacation periods and lack of compensatory days for Sunday and holiday work. More than one thousand workers are outsourced while less than 1 percent of staff is on permanent payroll, with many facing precarious conditions without premiums or vacations.
A psychosocial risk assessment showed high risk levels, affecting employees' mental health. A dialogue table exists with the Ministry of Labor and the CUT, but the administration presented no proposals during the session.
The union invited several entities, including the Municipal Ombudsman's Office and the Ombudsman's Office, to accompany the process to ensure respect for acquired labor rights.
