What Does an Occupational Therapist Actually Do Every Day?

Basic Overview Occupational Therapists (OTs) help people of all ages develop, recover, or maintain the skills needed for everyday life. OTs commonly evaluate patients, develop individualized treatment plans, provide therapeutic interventions, educate patients and caregivers, and collaborate with healthcare teams. Their work takes place in hospitals, rehabilitation facilities, schools, outpatient clinics, home health, and many other settings. […]


