Goals for Intermediate Fieldwork Placements (Third Semester Students)

Goals for the Intermediate fieldwork experiences include:

• Experience the role of the OTA&PTA in the particular setting(s)
•  Experience the working relationship between
  • the OT &/or PT and the OTA&PTA.
  •  the OTA&PTA and other members of the team.
• Paticipate in
  • the application of therapeutic techniques under the supervision of the Clinical Supervisor, the therapist or staff OTA&PTA
  •  the selection of treatment activities based on the client’s treatment plan and goals.
• Practice under the supervision of the therapist or staff OTA&PTA:
  • the delivery of treatment activities to clients (as appropriate).
  • appropriate strategies for the modifying or grading treatment activities designed to meet the client’s evolving performance capabilities under the supervision of the Clinical Supervisor
  • apply therapeutic skills during the supervised treatment of a client.
• Demonstrate
  • professional behaviors and accountability
  • safe client-handling techniques, utilizing appropriate precautions related to safety and infection control.
  •  techniques for establishing rapport with colleagues and clients.
  •  appropriate use of equipment, assistive devices and treatment tools.
  •  effective verbal reporting and written and electronic documentation skills.
  •  ethical practice by respecting guidelines related to confidentiality and obtaining consent.
• Function as a member of the rehabilitation team.