Making First Impressions as an OT

September 11th, 2014 by

occupational therapy for a broken fingerWhether you’re meeting a new client or taking on a new occupational therapy job, a first impression can make all of the difference. Often, OTs work with more than just the client, so it’s important to make a good impression to everyone involved right off the bat. [...] Read More

The Hidden Job Behind Speech Therapy

September 9th, 2014 by

speech therapy session with patientOver the years I have learned that no matter where you practice, there is a need to collaborate, educate, and be educated by and with other professionals in the field of speech therapy. [...] Read More

World Physical Therapy Day 2014: Movement for Health

September 4th, 2014 by

world physical therapy dayEvery September 8, World Physical Therapy Day is celebrated. It is a time to make the profession known all over the world, and what physical therapy has to offer. [...] Read More

5 Tips for Occupational Therapists at a New Job

September 2nd, 2014 by

new occupational therapy jobWhether you’re a new graduate or a seasoned occupational therapist changing jobs, a new work setting can be exciting yet challenging. Here are a few tips to ease your transition and start off on a positive foot. [...] Read More

How is Occupational Therapy Different from Physical Therapy?

August 28th, 2014 by

Occupational Therapist vs. Physical TherapistOne of the top questions for occupational therapists is “How is occupational therapy different from physical therapy?” [...] Read More

Salary Studies of Physical Therapists: Permanent vs. Contract work

August 26th, 2014 by

Physical Therapy Salary SurveyBased on a Forbes article, “Best Jobs in Healthcare in 2014”, physical therapists ranked #5 out of 12 earning an annual median salary of $80,000 with projected job growth of 39%. It is safe to say that this field in healthcare is a recession-proof choice. [...] Read More

Occupational Therapy is More than Learning How to Eat Again

August 21st, 2014 by

OT exercising with a patientWhen you tell people you’re an occupational therapist, their first question is probably, “What exactly do you do?” (perhaps after their attempt to clarify, “Oh so you help people get jobs, right?”). [...] Read More

Emerging Practice Areas in Occupational Therapy

August 19th, 2014 by

Occupational Therapists Have Emerging PracticesAs an occupational therapist, you provide a skilled service, and yet can do so many different types of work with your degree. You’re trained in anatomy, human development and activity analysis, preparing you to work in an array of environments. [...] Read More

6 Typical Practice Settings for Occupational Therapists

August 14th, 2014 by

occupational therapy in homeOccupational therapists (OTs) can practice in a variety of settings, from community-based to more institutionalized environments. Typically, the specific population receiving OT determines the type of setting where services are provided. [...] Read More

How to Become A Speech Language Pathologist in 5 Steps

August 12th, 2014 by

how to become an slpBeing a speech language pathologist is not just a job, it’s a calling.  You will have to invest time and money and you will need patience and determination to complete the program. [...] Read More