What is OT in school setting?

Occupational therapy addresses the physical, cognitive, psychosocial and sensory components of performance. In schools, occupational therapy practitioners focus on academics, play and leisure, social participation, self-care skills (ADLs or Activities of Daily Living), and transition/ work skills.

What is the hardest part of OT school?

The Hardest Courses are Usually at the Start For many students (myself included), gross anatomy, neuroscience/neuroanatomy, and kinesiology are typically the hardest of the classes. These courses are almost always in the beginning, which helps ensure that admitted students can handle the rigors of graduate school.

How do you document an OT note?

Documentation Do’s Do highlight the distinct value of OT in each and every note you write. Your documentation is one of the best methods to educate others on the role of occupational therapy. Do write legibly. Be sure to document in the medical record neatly if you are not using electronic records.

What should be included in an OT note?

Each note should tell a story about your patient, and your subjective portion should set the stage. Try to open your note with feedback from the patient about what is and isn’t working about their therapy sessions and home exercise program.

What is the role of school based OT?

The role of a school-based OT is all about supporting students in their educational areas of need. We support their ability to access their educational curriculum and environment (both physical and social), participate in their educational context, and make educational progress. We don’t diagnose.

What should be included in an occupational therapy SOAP note?

The Do’s and Don’ts of occupational therapy SOAP Notes • Remember, the SOAP acronym isn’t completely exclusive when it comes to what you need in your documentation. Do remember to the patient’s name, date of birth, date and time of the service, as well as your own credentials and signature. • Do use the SOAP note format in order.

What kind of documentation does a pediatric occupational therapist use?

There are many different types of documentation a pediatric Occupational Therapist completes throughout a typical work day. These may include: Referral for Service, Progress Note, Daily Contact Note, Quarterly Note, Evaluation Report, Consultation Note, Intervention Plan, Supervision Note, Attendance Records, and Discontinuation Summaries.