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The Path to Clinical Excellence: Leadership Opportunities in Practice. Pamela E. Toto, MS, OTR/L, BCG, FAOTA SISC Chairperson AOTA. Meeting Member Needs Related to Practice. AOTA member survey data AOTA Activities and Products Educational materials
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The Path to Clinical Excellence:Leadership Opportunities in Practice Pamela E. Toto, MS, OTR/L, BCG, FAOTA SISC ChairpersonAOTA
Meeting Member Needs Related to Practice • AOTA member survey data • AOTA Activities and Products • Educational materials • Textbooks, AJOT, OT Practice, SIS quarterlies, Fact sheets • Continuing education • Annual conference, educational courses, CE articles (OT Practice) • Clinical networking • OT Connections Special Interest sections
The Special Interest Sections (SIS) • The GRASSROOTS structure and mechanism for AOTA members to: • Network with peers to gain knowledge and share experiences • Stay connected with current trends, problems and solutions • Develop skills as leaders • Make contributions to shaping our future
11 Special Interest Sections, Subsections & Networks • Administration & Management • Private Practice & Business Owners • Education • Fieldwork • Faculty • Developmental Disabilities • Home & Community Health • Home Modifications • Gerontology • Mental Health • Physical Disabilities • Hand Rehabilitation • Driving/Driver Rehabilitation • Sensory Integration • School Systems • Technology • Work Programs
The Future of Practice… ???????????????
New Practitioner Impact on Practice Needs? Contributions?
Rules for jumping into leadership in practice • Don’t underestimate your knowledge, value and talents • Recognize that “time” is a valuable commodity for everyone; only commit to what you know you can do and then be sure you do it! • Seek opportunities that match your interests and talents
SISC new practitioner advisory council Criteria: new graduates up to one year out of practice (okay if you are 11 months out and just joining!) Responsibility: participate in electronic discussion group; be willing to provide feedback and information on opportunities and issues you face as new practitioners Email: Pam Toto petoto25@aol.com Max 20 participants
Thank You! petoto25@aol.com