Transitioning From Fieldwork Student to Practitioner at the Same Site

Katie Slavik, MOT, OTR/L Frequently, hospitals and medical centers hire their fieldwork students. It's cost effective, decreases training time, and gives supervisors peace of mind regarding patient care. They know you are familiar with their population, treatment style, documentation system, and office culture. Plus, you just had a 12-week interview and must have done something right, even if you felt overwhelmed 100% of the time. Consider these tips from my experience