Erle Alberto Jr. OTR/L — Learning about OT from my Dad | Navigating Personal & Professional Life

In this honest conversation, Erle shares his occupational therapy journey highlighting how he first learned about OT from his dad. He discusses the personal & professional challenges along the way, and how he navigates difficult situations in the workplace.If you are a current occupational therapy student or new graduate, this episode is for you!Timestamps:(4:08) 3+3 Dual Degree Program for OT ?(5:50) memorable moments in occupational therapy school (5:40) What OT setting(s) were you exposed to early on? What setting did you want to get into as a student?(9:07) Tell us more about your  Fieldwork 2 clinical rotations - Assisted-Living Facility (ALF) and Adult Day Care (11:02) What was the transition like from classroom to hands-on experience during fieldwork?(13:30) If a current occupational therapy student is listening right now and having a challenging time with their fieldwork 2 … what might you tell them? (14:40) Applying to jobs as a new grad occupational therapist(18:40) Favorite interventions or “go-to” materials?(19:58) Deeper dive into home health life as an occupational therapist - what was your experience like?(23:22) Facing & handling a tricky situation in the workplace(28:03) Erle in the present day - sharing his personal story & intent to specialize in neuro OT(31:34) Challenging moments for you personally during your OT journey through different workplace settings(35:17) Memorable or meaningful experiences as an OT(38:10) Any long term goals as an OT? | struggles with insurance and productivityBONUS LIGHTNING ROUND Follow us on insta :)https://www.instagram.com/erlealberto/https://www.instagram.com/once_upon_ot/