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Mothers in occupational therapy.

T M Zink

    Canadian Journal of Occupational Therapy. Revue Canadienne D'Ergotherapie
    |January 8, 1976
    PubMed
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    Occupational therapists (O.T.s) returning to work after motherhood offer significant benefits, including maturity and responsibility. Flexible employment options can encourage their return, addressing workforce shortages.

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    Area of Science:

    • Occupational Therapy
    • Workforce Management
    • Maternal Health

    Background:

    • Increasing trend of mothers returning to the occupational therapy workforce.
    • Exploration of the unique contributions and challenges of employing 'Mother O.T.s'.
    • Need to address occupational therapy manpower shortages.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To examine the advantages and disadvantages of hiring occupational therapists who are mothers.
    • To highlight the specific contributions of 'Mother O.T.s' in occupational therapy departments.
    • To propose strategies for retaining and recruiting these professionals.

    Main Methods:

    • Qualitative exploration of the phenomenon of mothers returning to occupational therapy.
    • Analysis of factors influencing the employment of 'Mother O.T.s'.

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  • Review of existing literature and departmental practices.

    • Main Results:

    • 'Mother O.T.s' bring enhanced maturity, stability, and responsibility to departments.
    • Positive contributions include unique perspectives and problem-solving skills.
    • Potential challenges may involve scheduling and reintegration.

    Conclusions:

    • Strong endorsement for employing 'Mother O.T.s' due to their valuable attributes.
    • Recommendations for flexible work arrangements, such as part-time positions and job restructuring.
    • Implementing supportive policies can alleviate occupational therapy workforce shortages.