Whether you’re an experienced occupational therapist or a new OT practitioner, we all remember taking an ethics course in OT school. The vast majority of us who decided to become occupational therapy practitioners are intrinsically good people who want to help others, so it’s tough to think about difficult situations we may encounter at work […]
When you graduate from occupational therapy school, one of the biggest questions on your mind is most likely, “Where am I going to work?” Because of the nature of OT school, with a diverse group of educators and fieldwork placements, you have most likely had exposure to a number of different occupational therapy settings. However, […]
PRN occupational therapy: There is a lot to say about it, and because I’ve been a PRN (or per diem) occupational therapist for over seven years now, I really wanted to share my personal PRN OT experiences (the good AND the bad). In this article, I cover both the pros and cons of working as […]
When you get your first job as a licensed occupational therapy practitioner, you usually aren’t thinking about additional occupational therapy specialties right off the bat. Your primary focus is just trying to keep your head above water. You are thrown into unfamiliar territory, and as a result you will likely spend the first few years […]
Whether you are a new grad or seasoned therapist, mentorship in your occupational therapy career will have a meaningful and lasting impact. Making connections with other OTs throughout your professional lifespan sets the stage for best practice and can ignite career driving passion. If finding mentors is a priority for you, there’s no doubt that […]
Are you finishing your occupational therapy program and are looking for a solid study plan to help you pass the NBCOT® exam on your first try? If so, this post was created just for you! While I was studying, I personally loved reading other new OTs’ success stories in the AOTA NBCOT® exam prep Facebook […]
Are you just starting out your OT career and are looking for information about the best paying states for occupational therapists? Maybe you have years of experience and are looking for a change in scenery and a better pay grade? No matter where you are on your OT job search journey, you’ve come to the […]
If you’re an occupational therapist working in the acute care setting, you already know that this setting is quite different from the traditional rehab-based settings. Acute care is fast-paced, intense, and so educational. If you’re brand-new to acute care and you are about to start fieldwork or a new job in this setting, this article […]
If you have an interest in becoming a pediatric occupational therapist, investigating if your interest can blossom into a passion is the first step. Occupational therapists who work with children must have a love for the job, as emotional connection is a foundation for serving children. If you are considering starting out in pediatric occupational […]
If you’ve been practicing occupational therapy for a few years, it’s totally normal to feel a bit burned out from time to time. A great way to feel recharged about occupational therapy is to take yourself back to why you became an OT practitioner in the first place. It’s also fun to read about others’ […]