Monday, April 14, 2014

April is Occupational Therapy Month!



April is national occupational therapy month - celebrating the profession of occupational therapy!   


Occupational therapy (OT) practitioners are dynamic healthcare professionals seeking to assist individuals maximize their independence and performance in meaningful everyday activities. OTs work in a variety of settings such as outpatient clinics, hospitals, nursing homes, and schools. Fiesta Pediatric Therapy Inc., is proud to staff five full time OTs. Pediatric occupational therapists, like those here at Fiesta, help children gain independence and promote development of fine, visual, and sensory motor skills. At Fiesta Pediatric Therapy, we focus on assisting children and their families to complete daily routines at their highest level of function and independence. Our therapists have diverse backgrounds of experience and strive to provide the highest quality and level of evidence-based practice. 


Occupational therapists have been featured in the media and ranked as one of the best healthcare jobs (U.S. News & World Report). It has also been ranked as one of the 10 most needed jobs in the future. 

Interested in becoming an occupational therapist? Visit the American Occupational Therapy Association for educational requirements and career information: http://www.aota.org/en/Education-Careers/Considering-OT-Career.aspx




For more information on occupational therapy services at Fiesta Pediatric Therapy Inc. please visit: http://fiestapediatrictherapy.net/ourprograms.html#occupationaltherapy

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