Justine Vidro COTA/L : Choosing to be a COTA | instead of an occupational therapist

In this episode, I am joined by Justine - a certified occupational therapy assistant . We dive deep into Justine's clinical rotations, balancing full-time & per diem jobs, memorable stories as a COTA and much much more!~insta~https://www.instagram.com/just_tee_cota/https://www.instagram.com/just_tee_cota/https://www.instagram.com/just_tee_cota/Timestamps: (3:38) What was your occupational therapy assistant (OTA) program like? (7:36) Exploring OTA Fieldwork experiences : SNF & School Settings(15:59) What is something you might share with an OT/OTA student currently having a difficult time during their fieldwork 2 clinical rotations?(17:16) Initial mindset as a new grad COTA — the job search?(21:25) Managing & balancing a full-time position with a per diem position(27:12) Tips for new grads applying for their 1st occupational therapy job(29:25) Current Life as Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant “COTA” : school-based OTA + business non-traditional OT focused on Handwriting(40:33)  Diving deeper into OT/OTA dynamic(45:27) What are some challenging aspects of your current role?(47:29) Memorable stories as a COTA(49:47) WHY COTA & not occupational therapist?(53:47) Long-term goals as a COTA