Every place is a little different. If going to a private clinic, I would just call. If going to hospital, you can call, but expect to possibly have to go through the volunteer office.
Best wishes. PS...tell them you are looking to complete your observation hours..."internships" are meant for those who are actually in a PT program and the internship has been arranged by the academic coordinator of clinical education.
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