Anderson Sport and Wellness in Newport Beach, CA is seeking students who are interested in gaining experience in the medical setting to join our paid outpatient orthopedic physical therapy internship. No previous experience required. Schedule is flexible. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES include the following: Executes therapeutic activities such as teaching exercises and applying modalities as directed by supervising therapist, training is provided. Cleans, sterilizes, and prepares equipment in accordance with company policy and guidelines. Keeps current with laundry and maintains an adequate stock of supplies. Particiaptes in front desk duties such as answering phones, scheduling patients, and other administrative tasks. Strong interpersonal and customer service skills are required. Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits:

• Opportunity to gain experience in an elite physical therapy clinic where the clients are prioritized.
• Gain experience with recreational and elite athletes from a variety of backgrounds.
• Exposure to unique knowledge and experience in the field of physical therapy - many of our techniques and modalities are being applied with the US Olympic teams, professional sports and elite Division I college programs.
• Observe evaluation and treatment of patients performed by the physical therapist.
• Learn and execute specialized exercises and myofascial release techniques under supervision.
• Earn hours required for graduate school.
• Improve interpersonal and professional skills by: interacting with patients, guiding patients through exercises, performing evidence-backed modalities under therapist supervision and receive coaching and feedback. 
• Understand physical therapy electronic medical records and documentation systems and gain experience utilizing them under supervision.
• Receive exposure and training in many unique rehabilitative modalities, including but not limited to:
  • Cupping/myofascial decompression therapy
  • Vibration technology including rapid release technology and purewave technology
  • Myofascial release/MELT Method
  • Normatec Pulse Technology
  • Lumbar/cervical mechanical traction/decompression
  • Neuro-Bio-Electric Stimulator (Neubie)
  • Frequency Specific Microcurrent
• Participate in a rigorous 3-month training program including responsibility to learn specific exercises each week and accountability to apply modalities correctly. There will be weekly quizzes and bi-weekly personal coaching meetings with a seasoned physical therapist. 
• Access to our vast video library that contains instructional videos, fitness class recordings and more!
• Access to our cutting-edge technology for personal use and guidance how to use it for addressing your own health concerns/optimization.

*Applicants must have taken a college anatomy course or be currently enrolled in one

Job Types: This is a highly selective paid internship with a 180 hour commitment. Most students complete the internship in 3-4 months. If there is a position open in the clinic when your internship is complete you are eligible to be hired on to our team.