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Leadership in occupational therapy: self-perceptions of occupational therapy managers
Rita P Fleming-Castaldy1, John Patro
11Occupational Therapy, University of Scranton , Scranton, PA , United States.
Occupational Therapy in Health Care
|August 1, 2013
Summary
Occupational therapy clinical managers report strong leadership skills, demonstrating their capacity to influence the evolving healthcare landscape. These findings highlight the profession
Area of Science:
- Occupational therapy
- Healthcare leadership
- Professional development
Background:
- The Centennial Vision emphasizes leadership development in occupational therapy.
- Understanding leadership characteristics of clinical managers is crucial for professional advancement.
Purpose of the Study:
- To examine the leadership characteristics of occupational therapy clinical managers.
- To assess the relationship between demographic factors and leadership practices.
Main Methods:
- A non-experimental survey design was employed.
- Data collected using a demographic measure and the Leadership Practices Inventory (LPI).
- 53 occupational therapy clinical managers participated.
Main Results:
- Mean scores for the five LPI leadership categories ranged from 7.5 to 8.7 (scale 1-10).
- No significant associations were found between respondent demographics and LPI scores.
Conclusions:
- Occupational therapy clinical managers exhibit strong leadership capabilities.
- Reported leadership skills indicate a capacity to influence and guide the profession.
- These capabilities are vital for navigating a dynamic healthcare environment.
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