1. 1 Dr. Alma R. Abdel-Moty February, 2012 February, 2012 FIELDWORK MEETING Level I – two weeks M arch, 2012

2. 2 Level I Fieldwork Two Weeks – Spring 2012 Two Weeks – Spring 2012 - Linked to –OTH 5843 - - Linked to –OTH 5843 -Psychosocial Level I FW - Assignment from course instructor - Assignment from course instructor

3. Level I Fieldwork  It is not intended to develop independent performance, but to “include experiences designed to enrich didactic coursework through directed observation in selected aspects of the occupational therapy process” (ACOTE, 2006).

4. Level I Fieldwork  Qualified personnel for supervision of Level I fieldwork includes, but is not limited to: OTs and OTAs psychologists physician assistants, teachers, social workers and physical therapists  Each level I fieldwork has specific objectives and assignments which will be reviewed prior to starting the rotation.

5. Level I - Objectives  To provide the student with the opportunity to apply and practice the skills learned in the academic coursework with actual patients/clients/consumers.  To provide verification of the knowledge acquired in the academic setting.  To provide the opportunity for students to expand the knowledge acquired in the academic setting.  To provide the student with the opportunity to develop the interpersonal skills and attitudes necessary for effective interaction

6. Level I - Objectives  To provide students with constructive criticism on their professional performance and to assist the student in developing strategies to use this feedback to modify and improve their professional performance.  To promote the student ‘s development of self- evaluation & problem-solving skills.  To provide the student with role models in direct service to patients, clients, and consumers.  To assist in the transition from the role of student to the role of an occupational therapy practitioner.

7. 7 Evaluation Forms Two Weeks Two Weeks - Student Performance Evaluation Report - Student Performance Evaluation Report - Student Evaluation of Clinical Experience - Student Evaluation of Clinical Experience

8. Student Performance Evaluation POSITIVE PROFESSIONAL ATTITUDE PERSONAL ACCOUNTABILITY CONTRIBUTION TO A LEARNING ENVIRONMENT FLEXIBILITY TEAM WORK PROFESSIONAL COMMUNICATION

9. 9 Pre-requisites Completion of two online courses are required prior to fieldwork: HIPAA Regulation HIPAA Regulation HIV-AIDS - Blood borne Pathogens - Universal Precautions HIV-AIDS - Blood borne Pathogens - Universal Precautions Certificate of Completion will be awarded to those students who obtain 80% of the questions correct.

10. Immunizations  All students are responsible for having ‘paper proof’ of their current immunizations.  These must include MMR, Varicella, PPD, Hepatitis B, etc.  Current CPR 10

11. Other Requirements Health /Physical Health /Physical Drug Testing Drug Testing Fingerprinting Fingerprinting Orientation session Orientation session Background check Background check 11

12. By now you MUST…  have contacted the facility Schedule Parking Dress code  have completed HIPAA and HIV training  have all required paperwork ready

13. Next week…week of Feb 27th  Stop by my office to get a self addressed, self stamped envelope so that you provide it along with the STUDENT PERFORMANCE EVALUATION to your FWE during the first day in the clinic.

15. Have A Wonderful Learning Experience!!!