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Essential Guide for Newly Qualified Occupational Therapists, The: Transition to Practice

Essential Guide for Newly Qualified Occupational Therapists, The: Transition to Practice

Paperback by Parker, Ruth; Badger, Julia; Weyden, Ruth van der; Simm, Dawn; Elliott, Melanie; O'Sullivan, Sean; Brewin, Sara; McKee, Jo; Sheehan, Kate; Baxter, Dr Theresa; Pollard, Nick

Essential Guide for Newly Qualified Occupational Therapists, The: Transition to Practice

£22.99

ISBN:
9781785922688
Publication Date:
19 Apr 2018
Language:
English
Publisher:
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Pages:
224 pages
Format:
Paperback
For delivery:
Estimated despatch 31 Oct - 1 Nov 2024
Essential Guide for Newly Qualified Occupational Therapists, The: Transition to Practice

Description

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.

Contents

Introduction. 1. Adapting to Working life - Ruth Parker and Julia Badger. 2. Continuing Professional Development - Ruth Parker and Julia Badger. 3. Models and Frames of Reference in the Real World - Ruth Parker and Julia Badger. 4. The Acute Hospital Setting - Sean O'Sullivan. 5. Paediatric Occupational Therapy - Melanie Elliott. 6. Mental Health - Sara Brewin. 7. Learning Disabilities - Ruth van der Weyden. 8. Children with Disabilities - Ruth Parker. 9. Adult Social Care - Julia Badger and Dawn Simm. 10. Adaptations - Kate Sheehan. 11. Manual Handling - Jo McKee. 12. Legislation - Julia Badger and Kate Sheehan. 13. Thoughts on Information Governance and Data Protection - Ruth Parker and Julia Badger. 14. Closing Thoughts and Next Steps - Ruth Parker and Julia Badger. Acknowledgements. References. Index.

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