Physical Therapy Shadowing
Coordinator | Dennis
Coordinator | Dennis
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Choose new departure dates or change to a different volunteer program at no extra costs.
Highlights
Observe medical procedures side-by-side doctors, surgeons, nurses
Rotate through all major departments and can be customized according to the intern’s area of medical interest
Up to 40 hours per week in state-of-the-art hospitals and clinics
Ethical medical and surgical shadowing, compliant with AAMC guidelines
Opportunety to explore Greece
Shadow doctors, physical therapists & nurses in Greek hospitals for up to 40 hours per week. Rotate between different departments, clinics & surgeries.
This volunteer program is especially suitable for:
Age 18+
Singles
Couples
Groups
This is an in-country shadowing program with provided shared housing and local team support.
This program is important as it offers pre-med, pre-health &
graduates students the opportunity to gain top quality experience
interning in the medical field. Interns will get to see the health care
differences between countries, get to see all medical specialties that a
hospital can offer and decide on their future career path., With
valuable experience, you’ll develop your skills and understanding of
different medical professions.
Interns will have the opportunity to observe medical procedures side-by-side doctors, surgeons, nurses and other staff and participate in the daily routine, across various departments and specialties. The shadowing program is designed to rotate through all major departments and can be customized according to the intern’s area of medical interest. The medical team is mostly trained or worked abroad in the UK or USA, eliminating any language barriers and offering international expertise.
Department Rotation:
Anesthesiology, Cardiology, Electrophysiology, Emergency Room, General Surgery,Geriatrics, Hematopathology, Intensive Care Unit, Kinesiology
Nuclear Medicine, Neurology,Orthopedics, Pediatrics, Pneumology, Radiology, Rehabilitation
Typical day
At the start of each week a shadowing schedule is drafted between you
and the coordinating doctor to rotate through all major departments.
Your day will begin at 9am following your shadowing schedule and see clinics,
surgeries and diagnostics with the medical staff explaining everything
in English. Expect to end your shadowing each day at around 4-5pm depending on surgery duration and clinic rotations.
Free-time activities
The placement takes place inside the vibrant city of Athens where many cultural events and activities take place. You have the chance to explore the historical sites of Athens or swim in the beaches around it. During your weekends you can travel to near by cities, towns or take the ferry to one of the hundreds of picturesque islands.
Swimming
Concert/
Music
Music
Sightseeing
Shopping/
Souvenirs
Souvenirs
Museum/
Opera
Opera
Requirements
In order to join the program you need to be at least 18 years old on the program start date. There might be exemptions if you can provide the permission of your legal guardian(s) or if your are accompanied by your parents.
You need to speak English (fluently)
At least one year of undergraduate study completed, with a relevant scientific major such as biology, chemistry, neuroscience, behavioral sciences, physics etc. . at College level
CV, Passport copy, Profile Photo, Criminal Background Check and Vaccination Certificate
No restrictions. Helping hands from all over the world are welcome.
Intention to embark on a course of study aimed at physical therapy
Your helping hand will be required on
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday
from
09:00
- 16:00
What's Included
To apply for this internship, its quick, easy and free!
We will review your application and if we accept you on this internship we will ask you to pay a non-refundable deposit to secure your place. The remaining of your internship fees (less your initial deposit payment) will be due no less than 30 days before your internship start date.
Internships start on Mondays and interns have a choice to participate to a program between a minimum of 2 weeks or up to a maximum of 24 weeks .
The program fee includes a free airport pickup on the Sunday before the Monday start date. To qualify for the free pickup interns are required to arrive between 9am-6pm.At the airport interns will be welcomed and transferred to their housing. For interns arriving at an earlier date, a pickup maybe provided if requested and subject to availability.
COVID: Full vaccination is required to participate to the internship. A PCR, at own cost (€50), is required on Saturday or Sunday before the Monday internship start date and it has to be conducted at the hospital’s testing center (48-hour validity before stating the internship) and/or a weekly rapid test at own cost (€10). If you are having symptoms then there is an immediate requirement for a PCR test, at own cost (€50). If you are tested positive at any stage or have been in contact with a confirmed case, then the host site is requiring you to self-isolate for 8 days and then return to the internship site.
The accommodation is fully furnished (single or double beds), with WiFi,
shared with 1-6 other same-sex interns, and located in safe areas with
easy access to public transport and close to the hospital. The last
night of the accommodation is the Friday night of the final week,
leaving interns free to depart on Saturday. Extra nights of
accommodation or private apartments can be arranged in advance, if
requested and subject to availability.
Bedroom (Single)
Good access at the project site
Visa, flights, travel insurance or vaccinations are NOT included in the program fees.
Food, snacks or beverages are at extra costs.
The nearest airport is Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) in Athens. We assist you to find cheap flights to Greece.
Going abroad is an adventure and it is always best to be prepared. Sudden illness or injury, cancellation or theft - a travel insurance for Greece provides security and is a plus to have.
If you are intending to volunteer in Greece you should seek medical advice before starting your social journey. Check your required vaccinations for Greece.
Dates & Fees
NO CREDIT CARD FEES
Details on arrival
The program operates throughout the year
Internships start on Mondays and interns have a choice to participate to a program between a minimum of 2 weeks or up to a maximum of 24 weeks .
The program fee includes a free airport pickup on the Sunday before the Monday start date. To qualify for the free pickup interns are required to arrive between 9am-6pm.At the airport interns will be welcomed and transferred to their housing. For interns arriving at an earlier date, a pickup maybe provided if requested and subject to availability.
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
2 - 12 weeks
Program fees
2 weeks
(min. stay)
$1,900
3 weeks
$2,500
4 weeks
$3,100
5 weeks
$3,700
6 weeks
$4,300
7 weeks
$4,900
8 weeks
$5,400
9 weeks
$5,900
10 weeks
$6,400
11 weeks
$6,900
12 weeks
(max. stay)
$7,400
Average fees
$783
/week
Please note that the above shown program fees are estimated.
Cerca Abroad
will let you know about the final price during your application process.
The deposit is simply to reserve your volunteer placement. Payments are handled by PayPal, our trusted global payment provider. If you don't have a PayPal account, you can also pay using a credit card.
Your final payment will be agreed with Cerca Abroad during the application process. Common solutions are either via bank transfer or a cash payment at the project site.
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Physical Therapy Shadowing
Shadow doctors, physical therapists & nurses in Greek hospitals for up to 40 hours per week. Rotate between different departments, clinics & surgeries.
$783/week
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