Management Skills for the Occupational Therapy Assistant
Management Skills for the Occupational Therapy Assistant

Author: Amy Solomon

Publisher: SLACK Incorporated

Published: 2003

Total Pages: 196

ISBN-13: 9781556425387

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Management Skills for the Occupational Therapy Assistant is a unique and comprehensive new text on management specifically written for the occupational therapy assistant. One of the only texts on this emerging topic in OTA, the student and practitioner alike will find this text beneficial to the learning process faced by students as they prepare for this step in their education and careers. The text's chapters cover important areas of skills such as communication, ethics, reimbursement, and managing change. To assist the reader with integrating the material presented, a section called "Skills You Will Use" precedes each chapter. The user-friendly case studies facilitate student-directed learning, allowing for a complete learning experience. Review questions at the end of each chapter will assist students in tracking and evaluating their own personal growth. Management Skills for the Occupational Therapy Assistant is an excellent resource to be added to the personal libraries of all in OTA. Additional Chapter Topics Include: Roles and Responsibilities of the Occupational Therapy Assistant in Management History of Health Care Management Personnel Considerations and Supervision Continuous Quality Improvement

Management and Administration for the OTA
Management and Administration for the OTA

Author: Karen Jacobs

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2015-06-30

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781630910655

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Comprehensive skills in management, administration, and leadership are essential for occupational therapy assistants (OTA) in their daily interactions with their clients in various health care environments. Inside Management and Administration for the OTA: Leadership and Application Skills, Dr. Karen Jacobs has gathered an expert team of 11 contributors of clinicians, academicians, administrators, managers, and graduate students to address each of the ACOTE Standards with a focus on evidence-based literature and examples of the leadership and management skills needed as an OTA. What you will learn from Management and Administration for the OTA Contexts and Health Care--the potential impact of policy issues as they relate to the practice of occupational therapy Leadership and Advocacy--two important roles that OTAs need to assume to be agents of change Credentialing--introduces the national requirements for credentialing and for licensure, certification or registration under state laws Reimbursement--the various reimbursement systems requirements that affect the practice of occupational therapy Marketing and Promoting--The role of the OTA to promote the distinct value of occupational therapy to the public, as well as other professionals, service providers, consumers, third-party payers, and regulatory bodies Documentation and Quality Improvement--to ensure the OTA provides the highest quality of occupational therapy services Supervision--to understand the important relationship between the OTA, the OT, and nonprofessional personnel Fieldwork--to understand the role, criteria, and components of the OTA in fieldwork education Communication Skills--define health literacy and discuss how to use this concept to better understand the client, the client's health environment, and the client's occupations and health activities Ethics--explore the components of ethics that impact the delivery of occupational therapy and the foundational skills and knowledge needed by the OTA to maintain high standards of responsible, ethical practice Scholarship and Scholarly Practice--assists the OTA with how to articulate the importance of how scholarly activities and the evidence-based literature contribute to the distinct value and advancement of occupational therapy The chapters of Management and Administration for the OTA: Leadership and Application Skills also includes 5 key vocabulary terms and their definitions, case examples relevant to the content, website resources, and multiple choice review questions. Instructors in educational settings can visit www.efacultylounge.com for additional materials to be used for teaching in the classroom. Straightforward, comprehensive, and user-friendly, Management and Administration for the OTA: Leadership and Application Skills will provide OTA students and clinicians with an essential resource for their future success.

Adult Physical Conditions
Adult Physical Conditions

Author: Amy J Mahle

Publisher: F.A. Davis

Published: 2018-04-17

Total Pages: 1087

ISBN-13: 0803689802

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The go-to text/reference for class, clinical, and practice! A who’s who of experts and educators brings you practical, in-depth coverage of the most common adult conditions and the corresponding evidence-based occupational therapy interventions. Written for OTAs to meet their unique needs, this approach combines theory with the practical, evidence-based functional content that develops the critical-thinking and clinical-reasoning skills that are the foundation for professional, knowledgeable, creative, and competent practice.

Mosby's Field Guide to Occupational Therapy for Physical Dysfunction - E-Book
Mosby's Field Guide to Occupational Therapy for Physical Dysfunction - E-Book

Author: Mosby

Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences

Published: 2012-05-02

Total Pages: 391

ISBN-13: 032308754X

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An all-in-one resource covering the basics of point-of-care assessment and intervention, Mosby's Field Guide to Occupational Therapy for Physical Dysfunction helps you master the skills you need to become competent in occupational therapy (OT) or as an occupational therapy assistant (OTA). It is ideal for use as a clinical companion to Mosby's bestselling texts, Pedretti's Occupational Therapy: Practice Skills for Physical Dysfunction and Physical Dysfunction Practice Skills for the Occupational Therapist Assistant. Expert information covers anatomy, assessment tools, screening tools, and more, and is provided in a compact format that's easy to use on the go. - A quick-reference format uses illustrations, charts, and tables to organize key data. - Logical, easy-to-find sections are organized and based on the OT Framework covering evaluation, intervention, intervention plan, and service management, making it easy to find essential facts, procedures, and applications. - UNIQUE! Expert Advice tips and Pearls provide helpful pediatric and geriatric information that can be applied in the clinical setting. - Basic guidelines refer back to leading textbooks, Pedretti's Occupational Therapy and Physical Dysfunction Practice Skills for the Occupational Therapist Assistant, for more detailed information. - Coverage of all patient populations includes adult, pediatric, mental health, and neurological conditions. - Convenient index makes it easy to locate tools you need to evaluate or treat a specific region or area. - Pocket size and lay-flat binding provide convenience and portability for easy reference.

Ryan's Occupational Therapy Assistant
Ryan's Occupational Therapy Assistant

Author: Karen Sladyk

Publisher:

Published: 2001

Total Pages: 536

ISBN-13:

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The classic foundation work developed by Sally Ryan, COTA, ROH, has been completely revised and updated to reflect current healthcare trends. The reformulation of Ryan's Occupational Therapy Assistant: Principles, Practice Issues and Techniques, Third Edition includes occupation-based case studies that highlight the didactic material presented in each chapter, along with an updated style of information. Four sections make up the new integrated text. The first section looks at important foundation concepts such as history, uniform technology, and the occupational therapy process. The second section introduces readers to people who are experiencing the challenges of disabilities. The chapters provide general information about the disabilities, as well as essential vocabulary and key concepts. The third section provides information on the "doing" of occupational therapy. Foundation treatment techniques are introduced so readers can master basic skills and continue to research current practice. Lastly, the fourth section focuses on the management aspects of an OTA's professional life. How-to information, as well as professional development, is the focus of this section.

Occupational Therapy Practice Framework: Domain and Process
Occupational Therapy Practice Framework: Domain and Process

Author: Aota

Publisher: AOTA Press

Published: 2014

Total Pages: 51

ISBN-13: 9781569003619

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As occupational therapy celebrates its centennial in 2017, attention returns to the profession's founding belief in the value of therapeutic occupations as a way to remediate illness and maintain health. The founders emphasized the importance of establishing a therapeutic relationship with each client and designing an intervention plan based on the knowledge about a client's context and environment, values, goals, and needs. Using today's lexicon, the profession's founders proposed a vision for the profession that was occupation based, client centered, and evidence based--the vision articulated in the third edition of the Occupational Therapy Practice Framework: Domain and Process. The Framework is a must-have official document from the American Occupational Therapy Association. Intended for occupational therapy practitioners and students, other health care professionals, educators, researchers, payers, and consumers, the Framework summarizes the interrelated constructs that describe occupational therapy practice. In addition to the creation of a new preface to set the tone for the work, this new edition includes the following highlights: a redefinition of the overarching statement describing occupational therapy's domain; a new definition of clients that includes persons, groups, and populations; further delineation of the profession's relationship to organizations; inclusion of activity demands as part of the process; and even more up-to-date analysis and guidance for today's occupational therapy practitioners. Achieving health, well-being, and participation in life through engagement in occupation is the overarching statement that describes the domain and process of occupational therapy in the fullest sense. The Framework can provide the structure and guidance that practitioners can use to meet this important goal.

Leading & Managing Occupational Therapy Services
Leading & Managing Occupational Therapy Services

Author: Brend Braveman

Publisher: F.A. Davis

Published: 2016-02-19

Total Pages: 544

ISBN-13: 0803657927

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Put theory and research into practice for real-world success. Here’s your introduction to the use of theory, research, and evidence in guiding your practice as an occupational therapy manager. From leadership and supervision to policies, program development, and continuous quality improvement, you’ll find complete coverage of the full range of issues and functions managers encounter in the real worlds in which they practice. Whatever your role, the practical knowledge and the guidance you’ll find here will help you become a more effective OT, colleague, and manager.

Preparing for the Occupational Therapy National Board Exam: 45 Days and Counting
Preparing for the Occupational Therapy National Board Exam: 45 Days and Counting

Author: Rosanne DiZazzo-Miller

Publisher: Jones & Bartlett Publishers

Published: 2016-10-14

Total Pages: 736

ISBN-13: 1284072452

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Preparing for the Occupational Therapy National Board Exam: 45 Days and Counting, Second Edition is a comprehensive overview for occupational therapist students preparing to take the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) OTR exam. It utilizes a well-received health and wellness focus and includes tips and self-assessment forms to develop effective study habits. Unlike other OTR examination review guides, this text chooses to provide a more structured and holistic approach, including a detailed calendar and plan of study for the 45 days leading up to the exam.

Management and Administration for the OTA
Management and Administration for the OTA

Author: Karen Jacobs

Publisher: Taylor & Francis

Published: 2025-01-20

Total Pages: 389

ISBN-13: 1040227627

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This comprehensive resource is designed to equip occupational therapy assistant (OTA) students and new practitioners with the essential knowledge required for effective skills in management, administration, and leadership. Using the American Occupational Therapy Association’s Occupational Therapy Practice Framework: Domain and Process 4th edition (OTPF-4) and aligned to the latest Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTA) Standards, this second edition provides invaluable guidance around the key areas, including: How changes in policy can impact upon the practice of occupational therapy The importance of leadership and advocacy for being an agent of change National requirements for credentialing and for licensure, certification or registration under state laws. Reimbursement systems The role of the OTA in promoting the distinct value of occupational therapy to the public, as well as other professionals, service providers, consumers, third-party payers, and regulatory bodies Documentation and quality improvement to ensure the OTA provides the highest quality of service The relationship between the OTA, the occupational therapist, and nonprofessional personnel The role, criteria, and components of the OTA in fieldwork education Communication skills, particularly in relation to the concept of health literacy and how it can be used to better understand a client and their context How the OTA can maintain high standards of responsible, ethical practice The role of scholarship and scholarly practice in assisting the OTA to articulate the distinct value of the profession Including practical applications, case studies, and real-world examples throughout, and therefore encouraging the critical thinking and problem-solving skills that OTA’s need in the role, this second edition also includes new chapters on Cultural Humility, Emerging and Innovative Practice, and Quality Improvement. Each chapter showcases the unique insights from a range of clinicians, academicians, administrators, and managers, all ground in the latest evidence-based literature, research, theories, and best-practice in occupational therapy. Comprehensive and user-friendly, Management and Administration for the OTA is an essential text for any student or new practitioner.

Foundations of Pediatric Practice for the Occupational Therapy Assistant
Foundations of Pediatric Practice for the Occupational Therapy Assistant

Author: Amy Wagenfeld

Publisher: Taylor & Francis

Published: 2024-06-01

Total Pages: 965

ISBN-13: 1040137601

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Foundations of Pediatric Practice for the Occupational Therapy Assistant, Second Edition delivers essential information for occupational therapy assistant students and practitioners in a succinct and straightforward format. In collaboration with a wide range of highly skilled and expert professionals from clinical practice and academia, Amy Wagenfeld, Jennifer Kaldenberg, and DeLana Honaker present an interprofessional perspective to pediatric clinical foundations, theory, and practical application activities in a highly accessible and engaging format. The Second Edition of Foundations of Pediatric Practice for the Occupational Therapy Assistant offers new and engaging features, including diverse illustrations, to facilitate learning from the classroom to the clinic. Integrated within each chapter are Stories From Practice: brief vignettes of actual author clinical experiences, short case studies, and reflective activities designed to elicit discussion and exploration into the unique world of pediatric occupational therapy theory and practice. A new chapter on childhood trauma has been added to enhance the comprehensive and current nature of pediatric practice in the 21st century. Available online is a significant Major Infant Reflexes Chart and a comprehensive Normal Developmental Milestones Chart that will reinforce important concepts associated with child development as it relates to occupational therapy assistant practice. The seamless integration of this material enables all readers to develop a comprehensive understanding of the information and apply that knowledge in a pediatric setting. Features of the Second Edition: Up-to-date information, including the AOTA’s current Occupational TherapyCode of Ethics Stories From Practice feature, which provides a unique reflective link from classroom to clinic Useful resources for classroom to clinical practice Bonus website that provides a comprehensive Normal Developmental Milestones Chart and Major Infants Reflexes Chart Chapter on childhood trauma Included with the text are online supplemental materials for faculty use in the classroom. Foundations of Pediatric Practice for the Occupational Therapy Assistant, Second Edition continues to be the perfect text for both occupational therapy assistant students and practitioners specializing in or transitioning to pediatrics.