Current occupational therapy scope of practice in the work-to-retirement transition process: an Australian study
Eagers, Jackie, Franklin, Richard C., Broome, Kieran, Yau, Matthew K., and Barnett, Fiona (2022) Current occupational therapy scope of practice in the work-to-retirement transition process: an Australian study. Scandinavian Journal of Occupational Therapy, 29 (6). pp. 495-510.
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Abstract
Aim: The aims were to explore: (1) occupational therapists' experiences and perceptions in working with people transitioning to retirement; (2) current scope of practice of occupational therapy in the work-to-retirement transition; and (3) factors influencing current scope of practice of occupational therapy in the work-to-retirement transition.
Methods: Qualitative semi-structured interviews with Australian occupational therapists were thematically analysed.
Results: Fourteen Australian occupational therapists were interviewed. Three overarching themes (12 sub themes) emerged: (1) occupational therapists' application of a contemporary occupational paradigm; (2) current approaches adopted by occupational therapists are add on, stylistic and talk based; and (3) contextual challenges and opportunities encountered by occupational therapists.
Conclusion/significance: Occupational therapists use enablement skills (e.g. coach; collaborate) and consider various professional reasons (e.g. engagement in meaningful occupation; health responsibility) when addressing the transition from work to retirement. Overcoming barriers to service provision (e.g. funding; lack of role clarity) will facilitate a more comprehensive service provision to enable health and well-being of older adults.
| Item ID: | 64934 |
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| Item Type: | Article (Research - C1) |
| ISSN: | 1651-2014 |
| Copyright Information: | (C) 2020 Informa UK Limited, trading as Taylor & Francis Group |
| Date Deposited: | 11 Nov 2020 03:07 |
| FoR Codes: | 42 HEALTH SCIENCES > 4203 Health services and systems > 420301 Aged health care @ 25% 42 HEALTH SCIENCES > 4299 Other health sciences > 429999 Other health sciences not elsewhere classified @ 50% 42 HEALTH SCIENCES > 4206 Public health > 420603 Health promotion @ 25% |
| SEO Codes: | 92 HEALTH > 9202 Health and Support Services > 920201 Allied Health Therapies (excl. Mental Health Services) @ 50% 92 HEALTH > 9205 Specific Population Health (excl. Indigenous Health) > 920502 Health Related to Ageing @ 50% |
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