Preparing novice occupational therapists and physiotherapists for work-related practice : What attributes are required?
Journal article
Adam, Kerry, Strong, Jenny, Gibson, Elizabeth, Lyle, Alexandra and Chipchase, Lucinda. (2012). Preparing novice occupational therapists and physiotherapists for work-related practice : What attributes are required? Journal of Health, Safety and Environment. 28(2), pp. 1 - 11.
Authors | Adam, Kerry, Strong, Jenny, Gibson, Elizabeth, Lyle, Alexandra and Chipchase, Lucinda |
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Abstract | Background: Understanding attributes required by occupational therapy and physiotherapy novice practitioners in work-related practice is limited. The first study aim was to identify the knowledge, skills and professional behaviours required by occupational therapy and physiotherapy novice practitioners from stakeholders in work-related practice. The study also aimed to identify stakeholders' perceptions of novice practitioners' competency in these domains. Method: Stakeholders (197) in work-related practice were invited to complete a self-report survey. Descriptive statistics evaluated participants' perceptions of the importance of attributes and competence of novice practtttoners. Findings: Respondents (n 105) included employers, occupational therapists, physiotherapists and other stakeholders in workrelated practice. Descriptive statistics identified participants' ratings of attributes. Most important attributes were; knowledge, anatomy and human function, skills, interpersonal communication, and professional behaviours, confidentiality. Novice practitioners were rated competent in the most Preparation for practice: occupational therapists and physiotherapists important attributes but not competent in less important attributes. Conclusions: Understanding novice practitioners' preparedness for work practice should assist in planning post-graduate training. |
Year | 2012 |
Journal | Journal of Health, Safety and Environment |
Journal citation | 28 (2), pp. 1 - 11 |
ISSN | 0815-6409 |
Web address (URL) | http://prod.resource.wkasiapacific.com/resource/scion/document/default/io2097493sl378745730?cfu=WKAP&cpid=WKAP-TAL-IC&uAppCtx=RWI |
Page range | 1 - 11 |
Research Group | School of Allied Health |
Publisher's version | File Access Level Controlled |
https://acuresearchbank.acu.edu.au/item/85893/preparing-novice-occupational-therapists-and-physiotherapists-for-work-related-practice-what-attributes-are-required
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