Where would we be without Occupational Therapists?
April is Occupational Therapy Month. Pay remains high and demand continues.
Thank goodness for Occupational Therapists. Without them, countless soldiers would return from wartime with little help to readjust emotionally to civilian life or get the help they need to cope with permanent disability. Without occupational therapists, persons inflicted with Multiple Sclerosis and similar debilitating diseases wouldn't have the hope they now have to lead independent lives.
In short, without occupational therapists, millions of Americans wouldn't be able to return to the activities that give their lives purpose and pleasure, and which allow them to function in the world to the best of their abilities. For this, our hats go off at American Traveler Allied to America's more than 120,000 occupational therapists and occupational therapy assistants in celebration of Occupational Therapy Month in April.
Starting as a profession in the United States in 1917 and now viewed as one of the top "50 Best Careers in 2011" by U.S. News & World Report, a career in occupational therapy is both personally and professionally rewarding. The median salary for occupational therapists was about $70,000 in 2009 - with the top ten percent of earners in 2010 making more than $100,000. On a spiritual level, few things can compare with helping disadvantaged people pull themselves from emotional and physical lows to re-establish and regain self worth and confidence.
Similar to other therapy careers, a shortage of occupational therapists continues to be in play. Demand for occupational therapists jobs remains high and the current shortage is soon to be exacerbated by a deluge of previously uninsured patients gaining access to healthcare via reform efforts - about 46 million Americans.
Though jobs in occupational therapy are plentiful, healthcare employers are on the lookout for the brightest and the best. They want therapists on top of their game. Those current on new technologies and techniques and willing to work flexible hours based on fluctuations in patient demand.
For occupational therapists and occupational therapy assistants in search of therapy jobs with top hospitals and employers in the outpatient sector, an agency relationship is suggested. A therapy jobs agency such as American Traveler Allied can ensure high pay and expose therapy job seekers to postings in attractive job markets where quality of life and health is excellent.
Call a American Traveler Allied representative today at 800.617.0608 or apply online today.
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