Optimal Collaboration for the Occupational Therapist and Occupational Therapist Assistant

This book acts as a guide for occupational therapists to develop and continually evaluate trusting working relationships with occupational therapist assistants, resulting in more effective occupational therapy service delivery to clients.

Heather Gillespie, B.O.T., has been an occupational therapist in Canada since 1977 and has collaborated with OTAs throughout her career. She currently teaches OTA students online through Medicine Hat College in Alberta.

1. OTA Education, Fieldwork, and Accreditation 2. Developing Trusting Relationships 3. Assignment and Supervision 4. Evaluating Occupational Therapy Service Delivery 5. Future Growth of Occupational Therapy with an Evolving OTA Role Conclusion