Intraprofessional collaboration: Bridging the gap between OT and OTA

Intraprofessional collaboration is a fundamental component of our professional practice. Intraprofessional collaboration between occupational therapists (OTs) and occupational therapy assistants (OTAs) is mandated by educational, ethical, and licensure guidelines making the relationship vital to clinical service delivery and client outcomes. Occupational therapy practitioners (OTPs) co-exist in a delicate balance that hinges on trust, mutual respect, understanding of roles and responsibilities, two-way communication, empathy, and teamwork (Dennehy, 2022). Underpinning these attributes are the core principles of “equal voice, shared language, transparency, and team problem solving” (Johnson, 2017, p. CE-5).