Gabriella Timuscuk OTR/L : Working as an OT in Alaska

In this episode, I welcome Gabriella Timuscuk who is currently practicing as an occupational therapist in Alaska! Earlier this year, we were able to formally meet and bond during our UNE (University of New England) Alumni gathering during AOTA Conference - which allowed me the opportunity to connect and set up this podcast conversation. I hope you enjoy the episode :)Timestamps:(2:03) Mindset going into Occupational Therapy School - what was your experience like?(9:27) Fieldwork 2 experiences —  a) Acute Care & Sensory b) Pediatric Outpatient Clinic(13:28) If a current occupational therapy student is listening right now - having a difficult or challenging time at their placement — what might you share with them?(19:36) How did you personally prepare for the NBCOT? Any helpful study techniques or methods that worked for you?(21:12) On entering the field as a new graduate OT - searching for your 1st job?(23:38) Piece of advice for new grad OT pursuing their first job (30:07) Working as an occupational therapist in Alaska | pediatric outpatient setting(35:24) What are some of the challenges or difficult moments that you face as an OT in your current role?(37:04) Favorite interventions? How do you approach treatment sessions?(38:15) Memorable stories?(39:12) What does it feel like at this stage of your OT career (~4 years experience) ?(42:15) Long-term goals as an OT?(43:35) FINAL piece of advice for someone starting their OT program on Monday(44:36) BONUS LIGHTNING ROUNDFollowing along the OT journey on insta!https://www.instagram.com/once_upon_ot/https://www.instagram.com/once_upon_ot/https://www.instagram.com/once_upon_ot/