Movement Therapy InternshipAt — Performance Health and Wellness

Internship Position – Movement Therapy

Healthcare Facility | Neuromuscular & Performance-Based Care

We are seeking a motivated, enthusiastic intern that wants to work in a collaborative healthcare facility focused on neuromuscular conditions and performance-based care. Our collaborative team includes Doctors of Chiropractic and Exercise Physiologists, and we have recently launched an innovative Movement Therapy Program designed to bridge the gap between rehabilitation and real-life movement.

This internship is ideal for students pursuing a Kinesiology or Exercise Physiology degree, particularly those planning to pursue a career in Physical Therapy, Chiropractic or Rehabilitation.

About the Role

As an intern, you will be immersed in a fast-paced, patient-centered private practice. You will gain hands-on experience working with a diverse population, including elders, youth athletes, professional athletes, active adults, and executives. This role emphasizes learning, personal growth, and meaningful patient interaction.

What You’ll Do

• Assist Doctors in the treatment room

• Support Movement Therapists with note-taking and patient flow

• Assess movement patterns, stability, and mobility

• Enhance the overall patient experience

• Assist in both front office and back office operations

• Communicate with patients in person and over the phone

• Support scheduling, check-ins, and check-outs

What We’re Looking For

The ideal intern is someone who:

• Thrives in a team-oriented, collaborative environment

• Is passionate about helping people and connecting with patients of all ages and backgrounds

• Communicates clearly, confidently, and professionally (verbally and non-verbally)

• Is upbeat, friendly, social, and emotionally intelligent

• Can hold meaningful conversations and build trust with patients

• Is organized, dependable, and follows through on commitments

• Learns quickly and adapts well to new information

• Handles conflict and rejection calmly and constructively

• Is proactive, resourceful, and brings positive energy and new ideas

• Is coachable, open to feedback, and committed to personal and professional growth

• Places high value on their own health, fitness, and well-being

Tasks:

Assist Movement Therapists and Doctors in patient treatment sessions.

Observe and document patient movement patterns, mobility, and stability.

Help design and implement basic, individualized exercise or movement programs.

Support front and back office operations, including scheduling, check-ins, and documentation.

Communicate patient progress and observations with doctors and the care team.

Shadow healthcare providers to understand assessments, treatment recommendations, and clinical reasoning.

Engage directly with patients to enhance the overall care experience, practicing professional communication.

Training:

Students will receive a structured onboarding and training experience designed to support learning and professional growth. Training will include a general employer orientation covering clinic policies, expectations, and patient interaction standards. Students will receive front and back office training, including phone communication, scheduling, patient flow, and documentation support.

Throughout the placement, students will participate in job shadowing with Movement Therapists, Chiropractors, and other providers to gain hands-on exposure to assessments, treatment planning, and patient care. Students will have weekly one-on-one meetings with the Office Manager or assigned mentor to review progress, discuss learning objectives, and receive feedback.

Additional training will include guided observation of movement assessments, instruction on basic exercise programming concepts, and contextual explanations of assigned tasks to ensure understanding. Ongoing feedback and coaching will be provided to support skill development, confidence, and professional communication.

Training & Mentorship

General orientation and onboarding

Front office training (phones, scheduling, patient flow)

Weekly meetings with the Office Manager to assess progress and learning outcomes

Shadowing Movement Therapists for hands-on exposure to treatment strategies

Shadowing Chiropractors to understand assessments and treatment recommendations

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the internship, students will be able to:

Communicate efficiently with doctors regarding patient status and progression

Create individualized training programs based on movement patterns, stability, and mobility

Assess and identify movement dysfunctions

Facilitate nervous system function through exercise and explain its importance to patients