Vacancies

We are looking for expression of interests from BSSH Fellows who have previously sat ona BSSH Committee.

The Chair’s duties include

• Chairing and running the Communications Committee including delivery of the strategic internal, external and social media targets. Please view the BSSH Strategy here.
• Planning and running committee meetings; a minimum of 2 (at least one in person - see Committee regulations) and others online
• Ensure dissemination of timely Committee meeting minutes
• Present timely reports to BSSH Council meeting (three times a year - January, April and October)
• Attend the BSSH Council meeting at the request of the President typically once a year in October
• Liaise directly with any external communications company contracted by the BSSH via the Communications Committee
• Urgent/Timely response to media issues on behalf of the BSSH in liaison with the Officers
• Liaison with the BSSH Webmaster

Purpose of the Committee

External

• To increase public, organizational and medical awareness of hand surgery and hand surgeons
• To improve patient care through improved access to hand surgery
• To improve support for and funding of hand surgery

Internal

• To help optimise communication within the Society to increase connectivity, engagement and understanding among members

Members wishing to express an interest in this position should complete the attached short form and return it along with a CV to Emily Lakin (by email –secretariat@bssh.ac.uk by 09:00 Monday 3rd February 2025 with the title ‘Communications Committee Chair – Expression of Interest’.

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We’re seeking expressions of interest from Orthopaedic Trainees to join our Education and Training and Instructional Course Organising Committees for a two year term.This is an important role, providing the trainee perspective on committee and BSSH educational activities.

The deadline to apply is Sunday 23rd March

The position holder will have the opportunity to:

• Represent and advocate for the views of trainees to inform committee meeting discussions and decision making.
• Support the committees in achieving the Society's aims through the delivery of its strategic plan 2024 – 2028.
• Participate in working groups on relevant issues.

The current Orthopaedic Trainee Representative is happy to be contacted to discuss their experience. Please contact secretariat@bssh.ac.uk if you would like to be put in touch.

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