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The Top 3 Challenges for Occupational Therapists and …

On a daily basis, Occupational Therapists are mislabeled as Physical Therapists. It happens with doctors, nurses, and even patients. Why does this happen? Most healthcare professionals mislabel OT, because it’s sometimes difficulty to differentiate … See more

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How to shadow an Occupational Therapist and stand out …

WebShadowing an OT and having observation hours is required for OT school, but more importantly, it’s an experience that helps you understand if OT is the right career for you. …

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The best activities for OT groups and how to encourage

WebGrade the activity lower by having them participate with people who may have similar interests. #1. Balloon volleyball. Grab a balloon and start playing volleyball! This works …

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Why doctors don’t order occupational therapy and how to help

WebMost doctors don’t order OT, because they think that OT mainly focuses on activities of daily living. Doctors may think that physical therapy’s endurance and gait training tend to be …

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6 ways to improve sleep for Occupational Therapy

WebThis is how the 4-7-8 sleep method works. Inhale for 4 seconds. Hold your breath for 7 seconds. Exhale for 8 seconds. According to one article, it’s best if your tongue is …

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An Occupational Therapy Approach to Conflict Resolution

WebThe following approach to conflict comes from the books Dangerous Love, The Outward Mindset, and The Anatomy of Peace. To address how occupational therapy can be used …

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The best cognition assessments for OT (under 10 min)

WebThe MOCA is my favorite assessment for cognition. It’s one of the best assessments for patients with cognitive deficits or mild dementia. The MOCA assesses 8 domains and …

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How to make life more meaningful with Occupational …

WebSet personal goals to make relationships more meaningful. Make personal goals to make spirituality more meaningful. Try to narrow each goal to one activity. Share your goal on …

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How much do Occupational Therapists make in California

WebThe average OT salary in the US is $86,280. If you look at OT salaries in California, you will find that Modesto is the highest paying City for OT with an annual mean wage of …

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Why your job in healthcare sucks and how to change it

WebA 2021 article from the national library of medicine reported that “Hierarchical leadership can have a drastic impact on health care outcomes by affecting staff morale, which …

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Review of the Nike Zoom Pulse for healthcare workers

WebNike Air Zoom Pulse Review. My normal shoe size is around 10-10.5, and I always buy 10.5 Nikes, so when I bought the new Zoom Pulse I decided on 10.5. The Nike air Zoom …

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How to start your own home health OT business

WebStarting a home health business can be stressful with all the documentation and marketing, but one simple way to start is by having someone else do all the hard work, so you can …

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How to become an OT consultant and find a job

WebThe easiest way to maximize your income as an OT contractor is to do your research and find out the regular hourly rate for full time or per diem therapists in the area. The usual …

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What do Occupational Therapist wear to work

WebScrubs. Polo shirts. Dark pants. Khakis/Chinos. Running shoes. Occupational therapists in acute rehab or skilled nursing usually wear scrubs or a polo shirt with khaki pants. Some …

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Rethinking the Kawa River Model and Ideas for Treatment

WebThe Kawa river model is a Japanese inspired occupational therapy model. It tells the simple story of our life with the metaphor of a river (Kawa). At any stage in life, we can refer to …

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Medbridge review from a therapist’s perspective (Worth it

WebToday online courses are the new trend for certification and continuing education. With an online course, you don’t have to travel, book a hotel, and they usually have a good …

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Why working as a per diem OT is worth it

WebHere are a few reasons why it might be worth it to work per diem or shift to a per diem position from your current job. Increased pay. Work when you want. Less monotonous. …

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Maximizing OT salary for new grads in 2021

WebAccording to the bureau of labor statistics, on average OTs make about $ 93,180 per year. According to AOTA, new grads are estimated to make $59,000 per year on average, but …

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The best ergonomic setup for dual monitors

WebIf using both monitors equally, place both displays in front of the user at a 15 degree angle. If the second monitor is used occasionally, place the primary monitor directly in front of the …

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