They are many disciplines that work within the Health Care industry such as Doctors, Nurses, Social Workers, and Surgeons, that all have one ambition – to deliver quality client-centered care. I have always had a passion for working within the Health Care field and help to make a difference in people’s lives. After researching upon Health Care professions, I came across a specialty that matched my passions and desires, Physiotherapist Assistant and Occupational Therapist Assistant. Within this essay I will discuss, who Occupational Therapist Assistants and Physiotherapist Therapist Assistants are, skills, along with typical salaries and future prospects for employment, and most importantly, why I choose the profession. To start off, a Physiotherapist …show more content…
This information includes traits and skills required, typical salaries, and future prospects for employment. First and foremost, being compassionate, implementing client-centered treatments, being able to problem-solving, and critically think, are an asset of becoming a competent OTA and PTA. In the article "10 Reasons Why You Will Succeed as an Occupational Therapist and Physiotherapist Assistant" Johnson mentioned "OTAs and PTAs not only know about these traits and skills that help them succeed throughout their career; but also know how to incorporate them into clients lives, helping them to succeed as well "( Johnson, 2015). Secondly, typical salaries for an OTA and PTA vary upon several situations such as, the location of work, how long you have worked for, and the type of contract that you’re under. Typically, clinics would offer minimum wage for a starting point; however, the pay may go up the longer you work there. Having said that, it ranges from approximately $14-18 an hour. On the other hand, working at hospitals start at about $20 an hour but again possibly can increase to $30. In addition, depending on the type of contract the OTA/PTA is working under, they may only get paid per client they see. Regardless of the pay, I would prefer working in a hospital setting because I believe there are a lot more opportunities for applying the skills I have learned into …show more content…
It requires research, education, and practical practice to understand what it is like to work within the field. In 2016 when I was within the last year of high school, I wanted to take a coop class because I was going to attend college the following September; thus, I wanted to know what to apply for. I have always had an interest in learning about the body and helping those who are in need. After taking several Careers Cursing tests, along with research, I came across an OTA and PTA. I spoke to my teacher at school if it were possible to take a coop course as a rehab student. After approval, I was placed at Etobicoke General Hospital for 6 months and was able to observe what exactly an OTA and PTA does. I met a couple of students, who were at the time enrolled in the OTA/PTA program at Humber, and spoke to them about how the program is. After speaking to them, it opened up the doors for me; and I knew this is what I wanted to do. The following September of 2016 after graduating from High School, I was accepted into the OTA and PTA program at Humber College. After receiving the practical experience I needed in order to understand what is like to work within this profession, I absolutely enjoyed it. There was never a time where I regretted choosing to work within this field of practice. It truly helped me grow as an individual and made me see what it’s like to help those in need and get
Observing therapy assistants in the field and seeing what they do in their jobs was an eye opener for me. Getting to experience on-the-job shadowing helped me to identify the roles of a therapy assistant better than reading or talking to people about the job description. First, I shadowed at Athletico Physical Therapy, an outpatient facility in Festus, MO. Paul Kohler is the Occupational/Hand Therapist that I shadowed during my experience. There were several different injuries that I saw, ranging from people with work related injuries to jamming fingers in machines. After observing Mr. Kohler throughout the day, I got to see him interact with patients and perform activities that helped his patients in their rehabilitation phase of recovery. He told me that the improvements he sees first hand from his patients is rewarding and he feels achieved when he sees patients make steady recoveries. From this experience, I also learned that occupational therapy offers a diverse number of avenues for employment. I was pleased to know that I can specialize in a specific area if I desire to do so in the
The need for Physical Therapists Assistants is growing faster as are the kinds of locations and facilities where assistants can work hospitals , clinics , rehabilitation centers , trained nursing facilities and more. The wage that Physical Therapists Assistants earn is $46,000. As a Physical Therapy Assistant, you are in constant motion as you help people exercise, gather all therapy gear , keep the patients area clean and ready. You can also work career advancement as an assistant manager. A Physical Therapist Assistants help people of all ages medical problems , or other health related conditions that limit their ability to move and perform functional activities in their daily lives.
With the variety of settings a therapist and assistance can work in, the services that are offered there are different. Some different services that can be offered at these settings can include community mobility skills, stress management, alternative routines and habits, and more. It is important for therapists and assistances to know what settings offer what type of services when they are referencing their client to a new setting. The last topic this article discussed It can be given to anyone who wants to learn about occupational therapy in the psychosocial aspect. When I am working in the field and someone wants to learn more about what I do and what my career includes, I can give them this article to get a basic understanding of what I do.
This essay will first introduce the history of the Occupational Therapy profession and the different theories that guide the practises of Occupational Therapists. The essay will then go onto explain certain terms used within the Occupational Therapy profession and how they relate to occupation, health and well-being; as well as the importance of occupation in the occupational therapy profession and how occupation relates to health and well-being.
Occupational therapy was based off of psychology; we evolved from treating mentally ill patients with isolation as an efficient treatment plan. We must never forget we are known to be “the art and science of helping people do the day-to-day activities that are important and meaningful to their health and well being through engagement in valued occupations” (Crepeau, Cohn, & Schell, 2008). To other professional disciplines this article explains the difference between each of us, yet can also express our relation to one another. The basic goal of all therapeutic disciplines is to better our clients life, through physical, speech or occupational therapy. Every discipline targets different goals, may it be body mechanics, reducing a stutter or buttoning a shirt, at the end of the day our clients well being may it be through science, art or both is all that matters. To the occupational therapy field this article means progress for what we do. Reading this article today in the year 2015 did not seem like old information to me, it is still relevant, I am proud that our field is not only evolving with contemporary time but it is also maintaining its
When I was 15, my grandmother suffered from a severe stroke and was advised to go to a rehabilitation center. At that time I had not ever heard of the profession called occupational therapy. Upon visiting my grandmother, I had the opportunity to witness several health care professionals working together to help rehabilitate her. I have always wanted to engage in a career in which I could attribute to helping people, and at first I thought physical therapy would best compliment my natural abilities but then I encountered the occupational therapist. So as I watched her work with my grandmother diligently I realized that I had found exactly what I was looking for.
People across the world participate in recovery programs every day. Dedicated people in professions, such as occupational therapy, work to help each person regain his or her ability to engage in everyday activities. One wishing to pursue a career in occupational therapy would first need to evaluate the career and the significant effects on themselves and the clients.
My educational experiences sparked my first consideration of a career in physician assistant and encouraged me to further explore this interest. At the same time, I started giving community services to healthcare. My first opportunity to personally interact with the patient was in the emergency department as a volunteer at Dekalb Medical Center. The first day I stepped onto the floor, my
I had known for years that I wanted to work in the health care field, but I always believed it would be as a doctor. I watched for the first few years of my brother’s life as he struggled with different health challenges such as being born premature, having croup and breathing difficulty, and speech impairment. Watching my brother struggle and then being able to overcome these difficulties, as well as seeing other children around him who were not as fortunate, really pushed me even at a young age to make a difference. My family, both immediate and extended, were very supportive, and I felt a real positive push towards working hard to achieve that goal of working in health care. In high school, I was fortunate enough to do a cooperative placement at the Peterborough Regional Health Center’s Intensive Care Unit. Through observing rounds and being in the medical setting, I truly knew this is where I wanted to
Occupational therapy (OT) theory offers valuable contribution to support professionalization since possessing a unique body of knowledge is essential to define a profession (Cooper, 2012). To utilize theory effectively, it is essential to differentiate between generic and specific theory as knowledge of the core theory helps to form OT identity and action as a practicing practitioner. In this essay, OT theory refers only to philosophy and OT specific models. Frame of references (FOR) will not be included since it can be shared with the other professions (Boniface & Seymour, 2012).
Occupational therapy has a multifaceted nature providing endless opportunities to serve a wide range of people within many environments, which is just one of the reasons I love this occupation. My long term goals enlist the desire to maximize my knowledge and abilities to care and supplement the lives of anyone that may cross my path in this career. I have seen occupational therapy positively impact the lives of people around me, and I strive to be a bigger role on the team helping make that happen.
I have strong fascinations in both the very young and old populations, and so I plan to utilize the clinical rounds in my educational path to commit to one of these areas. Transitioning into my long-term goals, after working in one or a few of these areas of therapy, I would like to specialize in pediatrics or gerontology and become certified in several therapy practices to further my knowledge. Earning an Occupational Therapy degree will also allow me to achieve my immediate aspirations of assisting others to have more independence despite any disability, injury or illness they may be experiencing. This also connects to my long-term objective to open my own clinic and, eventually, I would like to reach the ultimate goal of transforming the healthcare world into one where patients are less dependent on prescription drugs and more dependent on physical and mental rehabilitation to relieve pain, recover from injuries, and retain functionality in their daily
A Certified Nurse Anesthetist can practice in hospitals, surgery centers, obstetrics and gynecology, plastic surgery offices, and pain management facilities. Their annual salary starting out is around $95,328 and, with experience, can reach nearly $200,000. That being said, the average salary for a Certified Nurse Anesthetist is about $138,409 per
Exploring the history behind the evolving theories in occupational therapy is a significant component to understanding how each model and frame of reference was developed and continues to be utilized by healthcare professionals. Researching the most commonly used occupation-based model in practice today, the Model of Human Occupation (MOHO), allowed for the creation of a more in-depth knowledge base about the biological background of the individual who developed it. It also exposed the application of MOHO to occupational therapy, health care, society, and how intervention can be used in therapy. Investigating the biological narrative of the creator provides knowledge about the motivation behind the development of this model and the aspects
Occupational therapists collaborate with families, schools, and the community, to ensure that their clients are receiving the extra support they need to either improve, maintain, or regain skills for a life of independence. ("Benefits, Outcomes and Drawbacks of Occupational