Virtual Internship Opportunity!

Two positions are available for virtual internships with the Center for Orthopedic Outcomes and Research (COOR) with Luminis Health (Anne Arundel Medical Center and Doctor’s Community Medical Center) during the Fall 2021 semester. In collaboration with research staff, physical therapists and orthopedic surgeons, interns will conduct clinical outcomes research related to various orthopedic subspecialties ranging from total joint replacement and spine surgery to sports medicine.

If you are interested in applying for this internship, please see the attachment for more details.

HPAO Fair

HPAO is hosting a mini recruitment fair next week November 9-12th. Hosting an entire week of program visits and panels, including:

UDEL Physical Therapy Program 11/11 4 p.m.

UMES Physical Therapy Program 11/9 5 p.m.

Panel of Current PAs 11/11 7 p.m.

Into Pre-PA Workshops

 Are you interested in becoming a Physician Assistant? Then attend this intro workshop with the Pre-Health Advising Office, offered multiple times throughout the semester!

Careers in Allied Health

 

When: Sept. 30th from 5:00 - 6:00 PM

 Interested in working as a healthcare practitioner? 

Have you given thought to working in the allied health field?

 Come to a career panel to hear from healthcare practitioners like nurses, pharmacists, physician assistants, occupational therapists, and physical therapists, etc.

RSVP: careers.umd.edu/event/careers-allied-health

PT Tech/Aide Hiring in Columbia, MD

Position: Physical Therapy Tech/Aide

Sports Medicine / Outpatient Orthopedic physical therapy clinic located in Columbia, MD is currently seeking a part-time Physical Therapy Aide/Technician who will work under the direct supervision of licensed physical therapists. Flexible hours ranging from 6am-8pm.

Main responsibilities include:

• assisting patients with exercises
• preparing patients and treatment rooms for use of modalities (electrical stimulation, ultrasound, heat/ice, etc.)
• maintaining cleanliness of the facility

Looking to hire 2-3 colleges student who are interested in eventually being a PT, OT, PA or doctor. This is a great way to get experience, exposure and shadow hours required for Grad School or Med School AND get paid for your time.

Applicants interested should e-mail their resume, brief description of themselves, and availability to Dr. Gordon Moreland, PT, DPT at gmoreland@cfaortho.com.

https://www.pvoac.com/

AmeriCorps Position

The National Health Corps is a nationwide service program devoted to fostering healthy communities by delivering health and wellness education, and connecting those who need it most to benefits and services. The National Health Corps Florida AmeriCorps program offers opportunities for professional development, and real world experience, while serving the Northeast Florida community in various healthcare and outreach positions, patient case management, and health education. Host sites are non-profits, including medical and dental clinics, pharmacies, public health organizations, and youth development campuses. Members commit to 1700 hours of direct service over a 46-week period and receive a living stipend during the term of service. Following successful completion of the service term, members will receive an education award.

Applications are open and can be found on the NHC website. While open to all majors and backgrounds, this program is particularly suited to individuals who are interested in a career in healthcare, and health related fields, and are looking to gain service experience.

Link to application: https://application.nationalhealthcorps.org/

Immaculata University Virtual Information Session for Athletic Training

Immaculata University Virtual Information Session for Athletic Training 

Wednesday, May 27th

4:00 pm

Registration is necessary in order to receive the link to the meeting. Please see the registration link below. Since applications for the 2021 cohort open through ATCAS in July, we are offering these sessions to provide more information to potential students about the program's admissions requirements, curriculum, and clinical experiences, as well as, answer any questions the students may have.

 https://admissions.immaculata.edu/portal/cgsevents?id=b9f4ba93-1e39-49fd-a610-fc1678e60b78

Virtual Q&A with Towson University OT Admissions Counselor

Join the UMD Pre-Occupational Therapy Association for a virtual Q&A with Towson University OT Admissions Counselor, Briana Rostkowski!

This event will take place via Zoom on Monday, April 20th from 4:30pm-5:15pm.

Zoom information:

Link: https://us04web.zoom.us/j/526220146

Meeting ID: 526 220 146

    

 For more information or if you have questions, please contact Natalie Corson at umdpota@gmail.com.

We want to thank our KNES essential workers!

Although classes have resumed and some of you may find yourselves settling into a "new normal," we know some of you are balancing your role as a student with your work as an essential employee in a variety of settings.  We want to thank you and send our appreciation for your continued work during this difficult time of combating the COVID-19 pandemic.

We would like to publicly acknowledge our students who are working in an essential employee role (EMT, Health Care, Delivery Driver, Grocery store, etc.). If you would like to be featured in a future announcement, please complete the form available here. Also, please feel free to complete the form to acknowledge a friend in Kinesiology.

The Department of Kinesiology thanks you for your service!

Focused Physical Therapy is hiring Physical Therapy Aides/ Techs

Focused Physical Therapy is looking for part-time (possibly full-time) Physical Therapy Aides/ Techs.

Salary: $13-16/hour

Job responsibilities: monitoring and instructing patients' therapeutic exercises (sufficient tactile and verbal cues expected), laundry and light cleaning. Adaptability to perform clerical duties when needed (minimally). Clerical duties include collecting copay, scheduling appointments and answering phone calls.

Experience desired but not required. Applicants that have a focus in science or exercise/working out in gym or participation with or on sports teams are ideal candidates.

Hours: 20-30 hours per week with the possibility of full-time. The practice is open from 9:30 am-7:30 pm Monday-Friday with some Saturday hours.

To apply please visit this link: http://www.indeed.com/viewjob?from=appshareios&jk=a19e4d1765a73aca

Pre-Physical Therapy Meeting tomorrow!

Pre-Physical Therapy Meeting: GRE Night

Tuesday, March 10 | 6:30 PM | SPH 0301

Contact umdprept@gmail.com for more information

CAM Physical Therapy is hiring!

Who we are:

CAM Physical Therapy and Wellness Services LLC.is a 100% physical therapist owned private practice with locations in Hyattsville, Laurel, Glenn Dale/Bowie and now Silver Spring/Wheaton.

We are looking for a part-time and full time physical therapy aide:

• Part-time: Laurel, Silver Spring, and Glenn Dale
• Full-time: Hyattsville and Silver Spring
• Must have flexible and open availabilities M-F (especially in need for those available in the mornings)
• Spanish speaking is a plus

Submit your resume and weekly availability to Laura Munoz at lmunoz@camphysicaltherapy.com if you are interested.

Chesapeak Bay Aquatic & Physical Therapy is hiring.

Chesapeak Bay Aquatic & Physical Therapy is hiring a part-time rehab tech at their Laurel, MD location.

Please send your resume to kristine@cbayaquapt.com

UMD School of Medicine DPT Open House

The University of Maryland School of Medicine Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Science Program is hosting an open house on Saturday, March 28 from 9am-1pm.

See schedule below:

Health Professions Graduate School Recruitment Fair

Are you interested in a Health Profession? Do you want to be a Doctor, Dentist, Pharmacist, Physician Assistant, Physical Therapist, or Nurse?

If you answered yes, plan to attend the 2020 Health Professions Graduate School Recruitment Fair to meet representatives from Medical, Dental, Allied Health, & Post-Bacc programs.

The event is open and free to UMD students and all local university and college students.

Thursday, April 2nd

Stamp Student Union | Grand Ballroom

Innovative Physical Therapy is hiring!

Innovative Physical Therapy is looking for a part-time physical therapy aide/tech with experience in an out-patient orthopedic clinic who has good knowledge of corrective exercise.

Please email your resume and availability to: rtavares0205@gmail.com, or fax it to 240-770-4303.

Power Train Rockville is looking to hire interns!

Power Train Rockville is looking to hire Summer & Spring interns. They are seeking students or graduates looking to gain experience in the strength & conditioning and personal training fields. Power Train works with a wide variety of middle school, high school, collegiate, and professional athletes, as well as adults of any age and fitness level. Power Train CEO, Steve Saunders, is the Head Strength & Conditioning Coach for the Baltimore Ravens.

Interested applicants should have a passion for fitness, strength training, and/or group fitness. Applicants can expect to get significant hours of personal training and sports performance training experience. Power Train has had great success with UMD students in the past three years and are able to help complete internship credit requirements as well. Internships are available for the Spring and Summer!

Interested applicants for the internship positions can send their resume to tylerweader@powertrainsi.com.  

Nursing Pathway advising

Interested in nursing? Want to know more about the Nursing Pathway? Nursing Student Ambassador Julianne is available to help answer your questions!

Office Hours:

H.J. Patterson Hall (Room 1223)

Tuesdays 11:45am-1:45pm

Wednesdays 1pm-4pm

Questions/comments?

Email hpao-student-ambas@umd.edu

Massage therapy/accupressure/reiki opportunity

Are you interested in learning about massage therapy, acupressure and reiki while also seeing the inner workings of new business? Lion Heart Well-Being is seeking an intern interested in expanding their knowledge in body work and energy healing who can also help with social media and advertising.

Locations in Greenbelt and Columbia with flexible with hours (about 10/week).
Please send your resume and brief statement of interest (informal) to

Christi Wrenn, LMT, at lionheartsoulja@gmail.com.

Interested in PA school? Check out these two workshops!

We have two workshop events for students interested in PA school starting in February.