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An occupational therapist (OT) who is trained in the practice of occupational therapy. The role of an occupational therapist is to work with a client to help them achieve a fulfilled and satisfied state in life through the use of "purposeful activity or interventions designed to achieve functional outcomes which promote health, prevent injury or disability and which develop, improve, sustain or restore the highest possible level of independence." [1]. A practical definition for OT can also be illustrated with the use of models such as the Occupational Performance Model ( Australia), known as the OPM(A). At the core of this approach is the ideology that occupational therapists are concerned with the occupations of people and how these contribute to health. [2] Specifically it is a person’s occupational performance that influences their health and personal satisfaction of their individual needs. The OPM(A) is constructed on the following definition of Occupational Performance It can be seen that occupational performance, the roles it creates for a client, and the areas it can encompass are so far-reaching that an occupational therapist can work with a wide range of clients of various limitations who are being cared for in an array of settings.[4] In summary, Occupational Therapy is about helping people do the day-to-day tasks that “occupy” their time, sustain themselves, and enable them to contribute to the wider community. Its these opportunities to “do” that occupational therapy provides that prove important and meaningful to the health of people.[5] [6] Occupational therapists(OTs) help people of all ages to improve their ability to perform tasks in their daily living and working environments. They work with individuals who have conditions that are mentally, physically, developmentally, socially or emotionally disabling. They also help them to develop, recover, or maintain daily living and work skills. Occupational therapists help clients not only to improve their basic motor functions and reasoning abilities, but also to compensate for permanent loss of function. Their goal is to help clients have independent, productive, and satisfying lives.
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1. Remembering The Three W's Of Recruiting Board Members
August 04, 2009
Many years ago, I learned an interesting way to look at recruiting new board members. Although an organization’s bylaws may require consumers, specific types of professionals (e.g., doctors, service providers), or professionals who have certain credentials (e.g., a licensed social worker, certified occupational therapist) to be on its board, examining the three W’s may also be a concept worth incorporating into your recruitment efforts.
The three W’s to remember when recruiting potential board members are to seek the wise, the workers, and the wealthy. Although this mixture may vary ove... (read more)
Author: Sharon Mikrut
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2. Make the right choice for your wheelchairs
July 04, 2009
Nowadays, wheelchairs can be cheap to purchase and are widely available, so choosing a wheelchair can be confusing. Some people will have been prescribed a specific sort of wheelchair by an Occupational Therapist whilst others might want a wheelchair for when an elderly relative comes to stay. Somebody using the wheelchair independently will require a self propelling (large wheels) model they push themselves. A self propelled, or transit wheelchair (smaller wheels) will be appropriate if the wheelchair will be pushed by an attendant. A folding wheelchair is a good choice for occasional use a... (read more)
Author: margaret white
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3. Occupational Therapy Psychology Career
July 02, 2009
Occupational Therapists help people to improve their ability to perform a variety of daily tasks. This is especially useful for people who have disabilities that are mental, physical, emotional or developmental. Thus, Occupational Therapists help disabled people to overcome their disabilities - whether in their daily life or in their work environment.
The basic function of Occupational Therapists is to enable their clients to have productive, fulfilling and independent lives - despite their disabilities. The Occupational Therapist also helps their clients to improve their basic motor func... (read more)
Author: Galen Adrien
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4. Hypnosis and Hypnotherapy Are Leading Edge Careers
December 30, 2008
What is hypnotherapy? When a professional uses hypnosis to help people make healthy changes in their lives, he or she is doing hypnotherapy. The Hypnotherapist takes on a role similar to the Physical Therapist or the Occupational Therapist, often working independently or with professionals from fields such as medicine and psychology. Is Hypnotherapy A "Stand-Alone" Profession Or Only A Particular Kind of Therapy? The use of hypnosis in medicine was first approved and recognized by the American Medical Association in 1958. Now it is becoming a leading edge profession that is helping p... (read more)
Author: Cal Banyan
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5. Occupational Therapy Jobs
December 08, 2008
The career of an occupational therapist is a rewarding and secure one. Flexible working hours, growth opportunities, outstanding income potential and benefits packages, and job satisfaction are among the many benefits that make this career a very attractive option. In the United States, there is a high demand for qualified and trained occupational therapists, and this is bound to increase over time. A masters (M.A., M.S or MOT) degree in occupational therapy or a professional doctoral degree (OTD) is the minimum requisite for entry into the field. To work as occupational therapy assistant, he... (read more)
Author: Brad Jones
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6. Occupational Therapy Assistant Jobs
December 02, 2008
Occupational therapy assistants are required in the field of occupational therapy, and there is a high demand for those who are qualified and efficient. In association with an occupational therapist, the assistant therapist will assist patients who find it difficult to maintain a balanced and healthy lifestyle. The ultimate aim is to improve the patients’ quality of life and help them lead independent lives. The assistants of occupational therapists usually work with people of all age groups and backgrounds. Opportunities are available for both domestic and internationally trained jobseekers. ... (read more)
Author: John Stephen
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7. Occupational Therapist Jobs
December 02, 2008
Occupational therapists play a significant role in treating patients who are suffering from mental, physical, emotional or developmental impairments. Occupational therapists usually work with people of all age groups and backgrounds and help them improve their ability to perform the daily tasks in living and working environments. Occupational therapist jobs are expected to see a rise in the coming years due to the growing population of aging people as well as the ever increasing health problems.To work as an occupational therapist, it is necessary to earn a master’s degree in occupational ther... (read more)
Author: John Stephen
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8. Jobs in Occupational Therapy
October 27, 2008
Occupational therapy (OT) deals with treating physically and mentally disturbed patients with treatment procedures aimed at helping them recover their physical and mental strength as quickly as possible. Occupational therapy is one of the fast growing sectors in the US healthcare industry and a number of job openings for occupational therapists exist in the healthcare industry in the US.
To secure a job in occupational therapy, candidates need to have a master’s degree in Occupational Therapy as well as a license to start practicing. To help candidates get immediate placements after thei... (read more)
Author: John Stephen
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9. Health Professions: Occupational Therapists
October 27, 2008
Occupational therapy is a growing healthcare profession in the United States. Currently, it is easy to pursue a career as a successful occupational therapist in some of the best healthcare facilities in the US. Occupational therapists can find suitable placements in various healthcare settings such as hospitals, community healthcare centers, nursing homes, housing services, schools, clinics, rehab centers and long term acute care facilities. Various direct and contract occupational therapist job positions are available to be filled up with the right candidates. These job positions are availabl... (read more)
Author: John Stephen
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10. Occupational Therapy Jobs in White Plains, NY
October 24, 2008
Occupational therapy jobs enjoy great demand in White Plains and other cities in NewYork. Occupational therapist, occupational therapist assistant, and travel occupational therapist vacancies are largely available in hospitals, medical centers, rehabilitation clinics, therapy centers and other healthcare facilities. As occupational therapists can work in different environments, job chances are very high. There are many healthcare job consultancies that have contacts with most of the medical firms in White Plains, NY. These job consultancies maintain a list of all opportunities available for oc... (read more)
Author: John Stephen
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11. Occupational Therapy Jobs in Buffalo, NY
October 24, 2008
In today’s healthcare industry, there has been a dramatic rise in occupational therapy jobs in Buffalo, NY in accordance with the increase in patients with various physical disabilities. These jobs are available in a variety of occupational therapy job settings including hospitals, voluntary organizations, clinics, rehabilitation centers, institutions, nursing homes and long term care facilities in Buffalo, New York.
Occupational therapy job opportunities allow you to work with patients both young and old, and help to relieve the distressing pain experienced by patients with injuries o... (read more)
Author: John Stephen
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12. Rehabilitation Therapy Jobs
October 22, 2008
With the increasing demand for rehabilitation and care for the physically challenged and the aged population in the US, almost all healthcare providers here are offering rehabilitation therapy services aimed at securing efficient and immediate cure for patients. With more and more patients approaching healthcare firms for therapy services, the need for qualified professionals in Physical therapy (PT), Occupational therapy (OT) and Speech Language Pathology (SLP) is increasing rapidly.
To start an exciting career as a therapist in hospitals, nursing homes, assisted living facilities, outpa... (read more)
Author: John Stephen
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13. So You Not A Psychologist Then What Are You?
June 27, 2008
Whilst most people have heard of psychologists and psychiatrists (although people often confuse the two!) and understand them to be professionals qualified to work within the field of mental-health, many are not so sure about the professional skills an occupational therapist posses and how they can be helped by this profession. I am an Occupational Therapist and my specialist area is working within mental-health settings or in the community with people experiencing mental-health or emotional difficulties. I decided to write this article to explain what occupational therapist does and is t... (read more)
Author: Karen Hastings
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14. Need to dress up kids their Way
April 09, 2008
Parents pay attention!
Child care providers and educators everywhere request you to dress your kids for play and not for attractiveness when attending daycare or school. Whether or not there is a dress code, kids need to wear convenient, practical, comfortable and dirt-friendly outfit. Play clothes that are effortless to put on and take off encourage mobility for trouble-free running and play times, self-government in the bathroom, and freedom to draw, paint, and just be a kid.
Care providers express grief that parents drop off absolutely-adorable kids with valuable bows, ruffles, la... (read more)
Author: Jagan Rajiv
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15. Know about different types of educational software
September 26, 2007
Children’s educational software comes in several types. These are especially designed for teaching users the basics of subjects, from reading and math to geography. Educational software is more intended to educate kids and is easy to use for ages of even three. Depending on the aim, educational software might be planned as a classroom help or could be used for home purpose. The most accepted educational software is normally known as edutainment, meaning it is a game in which users play and learn at the same time. Classroom educational software typically educates about the subject matter... (read more)
Author: Jagan Rajiv
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16. Children's Special Need Equipments
September 10, 2007
Special needs of children will occupy huge space in the general list. Special needs of children will differ and each child will have their special needs and wants. When children’s special needs are satisfied, then they are the one who enjoy with their satisfied special needs. Special needs of the children differ as each individual differs from each other and also wants also differs. Children special needs will basically comprises of autism books, Cando band, child motivation, educational playsets and software, fine motor or handwriting or skills, early learning, sensory integration, clics toys... (read more)
Author: Jagan Rajiv
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17. How To Choose A Wheelchair
August 11, 2006
Nowadays, wheelchairs can be cheap to purchase and are widely available, so choosing a wheelchair can be confusing. Some people will have been prescribed a specific sort of wheelchair by an Occupational Therapist whilst others might want a wheelchair for when an elderly relative comes to stay.
Somebody using the wheelchair independently will require a self propelling (large wheels) model they push themselves. A self propelled, or transit wheelchair (smaller wheels) will be appropriate if the wheelchair will be pushed by an attendant.
A folding wheelchair is a good choice for occas... (read more)
Author: www.scootamart.com Staff
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