Yeda Dayao OTR/L : Hand Therapy & SNF | lessons learned along the way

In this episode, Yeda shares her honest and real experiences during her journey from occupational therapy school to entering the field as a new grad occupational therapist. Yeda provides thoughtful perspectives, valuable insights, and meaningful stories for OT students and new grads to consider when entering the field.Timestamps:(9:52) Fieldwork 2 experiences during OT school(15:56) Advice to current students navigating difficult times during fieldwork 2 (16:59) How Yeda prepared for the NBCOT exam| the “hard 75 challenge” + study materials(20:20) Navigating your first job as a new grad occupational therapist | *beware* of “scams”(26:33) working in a SNF | handling the reality of patients dying(33:18) Interview prep and the SECRET to negotiating for the salary you want $(40:32) How does it feel to be ~8 months in as an occupational therapist?(43:22) How do you handle the challenging days & moments as an OT? (45:37)  Any memorable/meaningful stories to share?(48:38) Walk me through your current daily routine as an occupational therapist(52:29) Any long-term goals as an OT?(58:56) FINAL PIECE OF ADVICE(1:00:08) BONUS LIGHTNING ROUNDFollow us on insta -https://www.instagram.com/yedasophia/https://www.instagram.com/once_upon_ot/