Embarking on the journey to become a certified occupational therapist requires dedication, hard work, and effective study resources. As someone who has already been there and was eager to pass the …
Occupational therapy certifications and specialties are such a great way to niche down in your practice - learn some of the most common in OT!
Wondering if you should you do home health as a new grad? We'll share why home health it isn't always the best choice for new OT grads.
My OT Spot is an occupational therapy blog for all stages of your occupational therapy career: Discovering OT - Going to School - Transitioning to Practice - and Practicing as an OT or COTA. My OT Spot articles focus on exactly what you need to know to be the best OT you can be.
In this article, we will explore why the levels of evidence matter for evidence based practice in occupational therapy.
Before I go into how I studied and outline my study schedule, I need you all to know that studying is a very personal thing and only you know how you need to study!!! It is definitely helpful to us…
Range of Motion Terminology : • Range of Motion (ROM) - the minimum amount of movement that is possible at a joint • Functional Range of Motion (FROM) - the range of motion necessary to comfortably and effectively complete activities of daily living. • Passive Range of Motion (PROM) - the range of motion of a joint that is moved by anoutside force. • Active Range of Motion (AROM) - the range of motion of a joint that is moved by the muscles that act on the joint.Goniometry Tips to Remember:
Explore the different certifications and specialties available to occupational therapists. And, learn how to complete each OT certification.
Are you a new OT grad wondering which setting will be the best fit? Here are 8 reasons OT grads should consider inpatient rehab to start.
Pediatric Occupational Therapy (OT) is a specialized field that aims to improve a child’s ability to perform daily activities and reach their developmental milestones. When beginning the eval…
Lab values quick reference printable PDF for occupational therapists, OT or COTA students, or other rehabilitation therapists in the hospital/acute care setting. This three page resource is great for new grads or fieldwork students to keep handy on a clipboard or hung at their desk. Each page includes normal value and interpretations/ potential causes of each lab. Note: This PDF Guide is also included in my listing "Acute Care Quick Reference Guide for Occupational Therapy".
Allen Cognitive Levels (ACL) show 6 levels of functional cognition and level of assistance needed ranging from Coma to “Normal."
Starting your career as a new graduate occupational therapist (OT) can be both exciting and nerve-wracking. Securing your first interview is a crucial step, and being well-prepared can make all the…
Therapist side hustles can be active income or pasive income. Let's look at all the way to use your pediatric OT skills to build therapist side hustles.
Mastering transfer training as a new occupational therapist can be a challenge. Read on for applicable transfer training tips.
Discover occupational profile examples and expert tips to enhance your OT practice. Learn how to create a comprehensive occupational profile.
To document: Identify joint (ex: shoulder) Identify motion (ex: flexion, extension, etc.) Specify type of motion (against gravity, gravity eliminated) Record degrees of motion ex: 0-180 WNL …
Occupational therapist deals with patients of mental illness since the beginning of the occupational therapy…
Six Apps Every OTA Student Should Have As scooped from: Here is a back to school resource for OTA students from St. Catherine’s University in Virgina. The OTA Blogger shares “Six Apps E…
OT functional mobility is such a crucial aspect to address with impaired ADLs. In this article we'll cover how to focus on this area.
The OT discipline is built on many foundational theories. We're highlighting each of the top 25 OT frames of reference, all in one place.
Looking to pass the NBCOT on your first try? Be sure to check out these tried and true methods and resources to get that passing score!
Embarking on a career in pediatric occupational therapy, especially for those transitioning from an adult setting, often brings with it the challenge of crafting effective and occupation-based goal…
The Model Of Human Occupation (MOHO) frame of reference in occupational therapy is based on theories and assumptions given by the Mary Reilly. The model of human occupation was initially based on Occupational Behavior model (developed by Mary Reilly) and later on, it was introduced to the occupational therapy profession by the Gary Kielhofner and […]
Resources, Forms, and Tools for planning and documenting Pediatric Occupational Therapeutic Interventions and Data Collection/Progress. Includes Assessment Checklists and Documentation Forms for Ongoing Intervention.
If you're an OT looking for occupation-based dynamic balance interventions to use with your patients, we've got you covered in this post!
If you're new to working with adults, this occupational therapy cheat sheet was created just for you that covers the basics for adult rehab!
Looking for alternative careers as an occupational therapist? We've created this comprehensive list to help you brainstorm your next move.
Do you have someone in your life experiencing aphasia? Are you a speech pathologist looking for resources to explain aphasia to your clients? Our downloadable poster, made in conjunction with … Continued
Our goal here is to help you you create the type of occupational therapy documentation notes that clearly communicates your OT eval and plans.
