Journal article
Current occupational therapy scope of practice in the work-to-retirement transition process: An Australian study
Scandinavian Journal of Occupational Therapy, Vol.29(6), pp.495-510
2022
PMID: 33136461
Abstract
Background: Occupational therapists have skills to work with people considering or experiencing the transition from paid work to retirement. 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.
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- Title
- Current occupational therapy scope of practice in the work-to-retirement transition process: An Australian study
- Authors
- Jackie Eagers (Author) - James Cook UniversityRichard C Franklin (Author) - James Cook UniversityKieran Broome (Author) - University of the Sunshine Coast, Queensland, School of Health and Sport Sciences - LegacyMatthew K Yau (Author) - Tung Wah CollegeFiona Barnett (Author) - James Cook University
- Publication details
- Scandinavian Journal of Occupational Therapy, Vol.29(6), pp.495-510
- Publisher
- Informa Healthcare
- Date published
- 2022
- DOI
- 10.1080/11038128.2020.1841286
- ISSN
- 1651-2014
- PMID
- 33136461
- Organisation Unit
- School of Health and Sport Sciences - Legacy; University of the Sunshine Coast, Queensland
- Language
- English
- Record Identifier
- 99487908702621
- Output Type
- Journal article
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