Description

As a medical intern in Romania, you can choose from two different internships. One is based in a day care center where interns with some previous experience in the fields of Neurology, Orthopedics, Paediatrics, Physical therapy, Psychiatry or Psychotherapy can specialize in their chosen area and help with the treatment of children. The second option is based in a hospice and is specifically for interns with some physical therapy experience.

We recommend that all medical interns in Romania stay for a minimum of two months in order to build a greater relationship with patients and staff as well as observe improvements in patients after treatment.

By interning abroad in a medical facility in Romania, you will gain a large amount of valuable work experience alongside some extremely skilled and talented doctors and physical therapists. Through showing initiative and building a good rapport with your colleagues, you can get very involved with the doctors and patients with whom you're working.

Interns joining the medical project at the day care center work with children aged from one up to 18 years old. The center receives about 30 children each day and have a variety of conditions from treatable physical disabilities to Down Syndrome.

For Physical Therapy interns, the center offers a variety of treatments to children, including physical therapy, massage, educational programs, kinetotherapy, psychological treatment and speech therapy. The center is eager to have up to four interns with each intern specializing in one of the following areas: Neurology, Orthopedics, Paediatrics, Physical therapy, Psychiatry or Psychotherapy. Please let us know which areas you would like to work in when you apply.

Upon arrival, you will be introduced to your supervisor with whom you will work very closely with and have regular meetings about treatment options, recovery methods and procedures. Your exact role will depend upon your specific skills and experience. Interns initially shadow the local staff, however, if you show enthusiasm and a good level of knowledge you will help arrange and evaluate the patients treatment program, implementing new ideas and methods to aid their recovery.

The second physical therapy option is based in a large hospice offering palliative care to 70 children aged from babies to teenagers and over 600 adults. This internship is physically and emotionally challenging and interns should be prepared to see patients with advanced illnesses and incurable diseases.

The local staff aim to improve the quality of life for all patients. The hospice provides hope once other medical institutions have concluded that there's nothing more they can do. Interns assist the local staffing by helping patients remain as functional as possible and helping them to retain control at the end of their lives.

Physical therapy interns work closely with their project supervisor who will be a local qualified physical therapist. Together you will plan and carry out various treatment programs for children at the hospice. The physical therapy program includes work in a sensory room using visual and audio stimulation as well as hydrotherapy sessions for patients.

Highlights

The ancient city of Brasov has many sights and museums, and a full cultural program of theater, music and puppetry performances. The town center contains a wide range of restaurants within walking distance, and it's also easy to explore more of the city with frequent buses and trolleybuses.

It's only an hour from the town to Dracula's castle, or the medieval home of Vlad the Impaler. Indeed, there are plenty of attractions in Transylvania, but it's also easy for you to visit Bucharest, the Black Sea or the Danube Delta. Other volunteers have even explored Hungary, Bulgaria and the Ukraine after finishing their volunteer placements.

Qualifications

At least one year of related studies.

Intern Types

• Medicine
• Health Sciences
• Physical Therapy

Languages

• English

Cost in US$:

Please go to our website for prices.

Cost Includes:

• Food
• Housing
• In-country orientation/Training
• In-country staff support
• Medical insurance
• Registration fees
• Travel while in host country
• Written materials abroad

Program Fees Include:

Accommodation, food, medical and travel insurance, placement, 24 hour in country staff support, and airport transfers.

Experience Required

no

Volunteer Types

• Health
• Health Care
• Medicine

Age Range

16 and up

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Home-stays

Participants Travel

Independently

Typically Participants Work

Independently

Application Process Involves

• Letters of Reference

Typically The Application Process Time is

10 days

Post Services Include

• Alumni Network
• Exit Debriefing Abroad

Projects Abroad's Mission Statement

As part of the global economy, Projects Abroad helps create local employment wherever we send volunteers. Employing local staff overseas and using their talents and knowledge is important to us. This local knowledge and support enables the organization to channel the skills of the volunteers from more affluent countries to regions around the world where they are needed. Volunteers also learn from their placements and the people they meet, and they gain experience in a chosen field. In the 21st century, we believe this mutual respect is what cultural exchange is all about.

Year Founded

1992