OT and OTA intraprofessional collaboration
Occupational therapists and occupational therapy assistants working together, an example of intraprofessional collaboration, is a key element during the delivery of OT services.
Official Documents and Ethics
Use AOTA Position Statements and Ethics Advisory Opinions to guide intraprofessional collaboration between OTs and OTAs.
Occupational Therapy Scope of Practice (2021)
Value of Occupational Therapy Assistant Education to the Profession (2019)
Supervision and Collaboration Between OTs and OTAs
Fostering Intraprofessional Collaboration Between OTs and OTAs
Listen as an OT and OTA team share their insights into what makes OT and OTA partnerships successful, how understanding each other's roles enhances patient outcomes, and why teaching this collaboration is crucial for the next generation of practitioners.
OTA Supervision Resources
Review resources related to OTA supervision to support OT and OTA intraprofessional collaboration.
OTA Payment Advocacy
Advocate for payment for the skilled services provided by OTAs.
OTA Payment Advocacy
The Occupational Therapy Assistant Workforce in Skilled Nursing Facilities
AOTA Continuing Education
Gain new knowledge regarding OT and OTA intraprofessional collaboration with AOTA's continuing education.
Occupational Therapy Assistants in Schools (Chapter 7)
OT and OTA Collaboration in the Practice Setting: Doing it Right!
Articles and Books
Expand your knowledge with the latest research, perspectives, and solutions from occupational therapy practitioners
Supervisory Preparedness of Occupational Therapists
Intraprofessional Collaboration: Bridging the Gap Between OT and OTA
Say My Name: The Professional Identity of the Occupational Therapy Assistant
10 Tips to Building a Strong OT/OTA Relationship
Perks of OTA Leadership
Terry Brittell OTA/OT Partnership Award
Each year, AOTA recognizes and honors colleagues who have made significant contributions to the profession of occupational therapy. Nominate and recognize an OT and OTA practitioner team for their collaborative and unique intraprofessional collaboration.