Occupational therapists address an individual’s psychological, social and environmental factors. They brighten the lives of patients who are emotionally, physically and mentally impaired. Occupational therapists can have long term/short term, full time/part time, temporary/permanent positions.
As the demand for occupational therapists is on the increase, plenty of openings are available throughout the country. The greatest advantage in becoming an occupational therapist is that you can improve the lives of individuals belonging to all age groups, introducing a constructive change in their day to day existence. Occupational therapists can work in private and public hospitals, community centers, rehabilitation centers, businesses, schools, universities, research labs, mental health facilities, nursing homes, pediatric facilities and more.