Rehabilitation Intern (Summer Internship) - Acute Care & Outpatient, Bronson Battle Creek

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- Please apply using the career worklet in Workday. This career site is for external applicants only. Love Where You Work! Team Bronson is compassionate, resilient and strong. We are driven by Positivity which inspires us to be our best and to go above and beyond for our patients, for one another, and for our community. If you're ready for a rewarding new career, join Team Bronson and be part of the experience. Location BBC Bronson Battle Creek Title Rehabilitation Intern (Summer Internship) - Acute Care & Outpatient, Bronson Battle Creek Why This Role This is not your typical rehab internship. At Bronson Battle Creek, you'll gain a rare opportunity to experience both acute care and outpatient rehabilitation—giving you a well-rounded, real-world view of the full patient recovery journey. From bedside care in the hospital to continued progress in an outpatient setting, you'll see how rehab professionals support patients at every stage. If you're looking to truly understand what a career in rehabilitation looks like day-to-day—this is it. Why Now Early exposure can shape your entire career path. This internship gives you the chance to explore multiple rehab settings before graduate school or your next step—helping you build confidence, clarify your interests, and stand out as a candidate for future clinical programs. What's In It for You Full-time, structured summer experience with consistent day shift hours Unique rotation between acute care and outpatient rehab settings Exposure to the full continuum of patient care and recovery Hands-on experience alongside Physical and Occupational Therapists Opportunity to work with a diverse patient population across all age groups Insight into both hospital-based and clinic-based rehab environments A stronger, more competitive application for future healthcare programs Mentorship from experienced rehabilitation professionals What You'll Be Doing Support therapists in both acute and outpatient settings through non-billable patient care activities Assist with patient transport, positioning, and safe transfers Help facilitate therapeutic exercises and activities under therapist supervision Observe evaluations, treatments, and interdisciplinary collaboration across settings Assist with co-treatments and specialized therapies as needed Document exercises and interactions in the electronic medical record (as appropriate) Maintain a clean, safe, and organized treatment environment Support clinic and unit operations, including stocking supplies and preparing equipment Provide excellent customer service to patients, families, and visitors Assist with administrative tasks such as scheduling support and answering phones What You'll Bring Interest in pursuing a career in rehabilitation or healthcare Curiosity and eagerness to learn across different care settings Strong communication and interpersonal skills Ability to follow direction and support therapist-led care plans A team-first mindset with a positive, professional attitude Reliability and adaptability in a fast-paced clinical environment Comfort working with patients across all age groups and conditions What to Expect This is a full-time, day shift summer internship designed to immerse you in the daily operations of a rehabilitation team. You'll split your time between acute care (hospital setting) and outpatient rehabilitation, gaining insight into how care transitions from inpatient recovery to ongoing therapy. Expect to be on your feet, actively engaged, and learning every day—both clinically and operationally. You'll be supported by a collaborative team that is invested in helping you grow and succeed. What Is Required (Education) High school diploma or GED required Current enrollment in (or intent to pursue) a healthcare or rehabilitation-related program preferred (e.g., Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Pre-PT, Pre-OT, or similar) Additional Requirements Basic medical terminology knowledge preferred Comfort using computers and electronic medical records Ability to safely assist with patient mobility and physical tasks Strong verbal and written communication skills Shift First Shift Time Type Full time Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Cost Center 4000 Physical Therapy Acute Care (BBC) Agency Use Policy and Agency Submittal Disclaimer Bronson Healthcare Group and its affiliates ("Bronson") strictly prohibit the acceptance of unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third-party recruiting agencies ("Recruiters") in response to job postings or word of mouth. Unsolicited resumes sent to any employee of Bronson by Recruiters, without both a valid written agreement with Bronson and a direct written request from the Bronson Talent Acquisition Department for a specific job position, will be considered the property of Bronson. Furthermore, no fees will be owed or paid to Recruiters who submit resumes for unsolicited candidates, even if those candidates are hired. This policy applies regardless of whether the Recruiter has a pre-existing agreement with Bronson. Only candidates submitted through a specific written agreement with the Bronson Talent Acquisition Department for a named position are eligible for fee consideration. Please take a moment to watch a brief video highlighting employment with Bronson! Bronson Healthcare is a community-owned, not-for-profit health system that has been serving southwest Michigan since 1900. Today, with a workforce of 9,000 people and 1,500 medical staff members, it is the area's largest employer and leading healthcare system. Bronson provides care in virtually every specialty and offers a full range of services from primary care to critical care at more than 100 locations. Bronson's exceptionally high quality standards enable us to do what's right for our patients and their families. We are empowered as individuals and as teams, to apply our skills and experience so that every patient receives safe, timely and effective treatment. What's more, our state-of-the-art, technology and evidence-based processes give us the tools we need to deliver the right care, at the right time. By putting each patient and their family at the center of our work, we demonstrate the dignity and respect we have for each individual we serve. This unwavering commitment to serving others combined with our unique healing environment helps make the patient experience here an exceptional one. The excellence and Positivity of our employees and medical staff has contributed to Bronson Healthcare being ranked by Forbes as one of America's Best-In-State Employers (2022-23), by Newsweek as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Women (2023) and by the National Association for Business Resources as one of the 2023 Top 101 Best and Brightest Companies to Work For.