Current occupational therapy scope of practice in the work-to-retirement transition process: An Australian study

Jackie Eagers; Richard C Franklin; Kieran Broome; Matthew K Yau; Fiona Barnett

doi:10.1080/11038128.2020.1841286

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Current occupational therapy scope of practice in the work-to-retirement transition process: An Australian study

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Current occupational therapy scope of practice in the work-to-retirement transition process: An Australian study

Jackie Eagers, Richard C Franklin, Kieran Broome, Matthew K Yau and Fiona Barnett

Scandinavian Journal of Occupational Therapy, Vol.29(6), pp.495-510

2022

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1080/11038128.2020.1841286

PMID: 33136461

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Abstract

work and retirement

Occupational transition

scope of practice

occupational therapy

population ageing

UniSC Diversity Area - Life Stages

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 University
Richard C Franklin (Author) - James Cook University
Kieran Broome (Author) - University of the Sunshine Coast, Queensland, School of Health and Sport Sciences - Legacy
Matthew K Yau (Author) - Tung Wah College
Fiona 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: University of the Sunshine Coast, Queensland; School of Health and Sport Sciences - Legacy
Language: English
Record Identifier: 99487908702621
Output Type: Journal article

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