
The Essential Guide for Newly Qualified Occupational Therapists
Transition to Practice
- 216 pages
- English
- ePUB (mobile friendly)
- Available on iOS & Android
The Essential Guide for Newly Qualified Occupational Therapists
Transition to Practice
About this book
Starting out in practice can be difficult and confusing. This guide for newly qualified occupational therapists provides an authoritative overview of what to expect in your role and work settings, and is full of practical guidance on how to make a good start to a successful practice.
With chapters by experienced practitioners in the field, it offers insights into work in paediatrics, mental health, learning disability and the acute hospital setting. Vital information is also included on difficult aspects of practice such as legislation and data protection. It signposts sources for support and resources for furthering techniques in individual areas of work. Most importantly, the book offers tips for managing a busy workload, while building the positive relationships and resilience needed for a successful career in the occupational therapy.
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Table of contents
- Cover
- Title Page
- Contents
- Foreword by Dr Theresa Baxter
- Foreword by Nick Pollard
- Introduction
- 1. Adapting to Working Life
- 2. Continuing Professional Development
- 3. Models and Frames of Reference in the Real World
- 4. The Acute Hospital Setting
- 5. Paediatric Occupational Therapy
- 6. Mental Health
- 7. Learning Disabilities
- 8. Children with Disabilities (Social Care)
- 9. Adult Social Care
- 10. Adaptations
- 11. Manual Handling
- 12. Legislation
- 13. Thoughts on Information Governance and Data Protection
- 14. Closing Thoughts and Next Steps
- References
- Index
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- Acknowledgements
- Copyright
- Of Related Interest