I’m considering a career pivot to OT. I have two questions!
I’m 33 years old and hit a wall with my current career at a nonprofit. My background is generally in design and I pursued social impact / development cause I enjoyed systems thinking. I’ve practiced design thinking since 2014.
Last year around Christmas, I was in rehab for my wrist. I had multiple PTs but since it was a ward, I got to see other patients with their OT too. I didn’t know it yet then but looking back, it felt like it was the most hopeful place.
That feeling stuck with me and I was hoping I could hear stories to get a vibe of what’s it like to get into the field.
Now for my two questions for OTs:
What’s making you stay? Feel free to mention your ‘specialization’ / focus. I’d be very appreciative of stories :)
What’s a skill or trait you didn’t know you’d need until you were in it?
Thank you so much!