Реферат: Occupational Therapy Essay Research Paper Occupational Therapy

A: I liked helping people, and when I interned at the hospitals in high school, I realized

these people who lost their limbs or couldn?t walk again needed further care. I asked to

be put with an Occupational Therapist, and enjoyed it very much.

2). Was the schooling difficult?

A: The certification boards had me studying a lot. There are so many details, and they

force you to make decisions on paper with out the patient in front of you. It?s definitely

challenging to balance a social life and school.

3). Do you think there will be a lot of openings for Occupational Therapist in the future?

A: Its a growing field. People are starting to realize that therapy and medicine can actually

help them. Doctors are so busy they need people to finish the job. I definitely see better

opportunities.

4). What is the most difficult part of your job?

A: Not always being able to help. Some people get so frustrated and quit, and you can?t

force them to get help. You get so close to them.

5). Do you see yourself in a private practice?

A: Eventually a group or private. Right now its nice to work with such a great staff. All the

pressure isn?t there to succeed. I can just deal one on one with my patients now.

6). What advice can you give me?

A: It can be competitive. Getting into a well established center isn?t easy. You need good

people to believe in your work, so you get referred and study for the boards. It?s worth

few weeks for a great job.

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