I’ve found that there are two types of people in the world: those that when I tell them that I’m an occupational therapist a glossy look comes over their face, and those that nod along like they know exactly what I’m talking about. Okay, maybe there’s a third type who actually does know what occupational […]
This post was originally published on May 1, 2016 and updated on July 10, 2019. Home health as a new grad occupational therapist: Should you do it? I first published this article with the answer to this question wayyy back in 2016 (time flies when you’re working AND blogging!) and I haven’t changed my stance […]
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 settings. However, even with […]
Perhaps more than any other element of travel therapy, having great recruiters you can trust is integral to finding success. But when you’re just starting out, it can be overwhelming to sift through everyone who contacts you to find someone who is actually a good fit. And even if you find someone you get along […]
This post was originally published on January 17, 2016 and updated on April 3, 2019. When you’re applying to occupational therapy school and when you’re in OT school, you hear a lot about how in demand occupational therapists are. Based on the numbers, OTs are in demand, according to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, stating […]
One of the biggest pieces of advice I give to traveling medical professionals is that having a good recruiter is essential to your success and happiness as a traveler. It is invaluable to have someone on your side who listens to your needs, communicates quickly and efficiently, and operates ethically. There is also this magical, […]
This post was originally published on April 10, 2016 and updated on March 25, 2019. Have you been strongly considering pursuing travel therapy as a new grad but aren’t sure if it’s the “right” choice? If so, this post is for you! You may have been told in school that new grads should wait to […]
Are you a new grad interested in travel therapy but worried about potentially working alone? Or maybe you’re an experienced therapist looking to bust into a new setting? Or maybe you feel confident about your therapy skills, but you need guidance on how this whole travel thing works? Whatever your situation, mentorship as a travel […]
So you’ve decided to take the plunge and give travel therapy a try. Great! Now all you have to do is pick what company to work for, and it should be easy when you probably have recruiters already knocking down your door. But then another company contacts you. And another. You Google “Best travel therapy […]
On this page, you’ll find a complete list of the 12 interviews that are part of the OT Across America series. Click the links below to be taken to the interview: Springfield, IL with Tiffany, Kylie, and Ashley St. Louis, MO with Natalie Flaugher, OTR/L Kansas City, MO with Maria Lindbergh OTR/L Kansas City, KS […]