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Position Statement: Occupational Therapy and Oncology (2015)

This position paper: - Outlines the role of occupational therapy within integrated person-centred care in oncology - Aims to inform consumers, clinicians, academics, health service managers, professional associations and government bodies as to occupational therapy practice in oncology - Will inform service and policy development at a local and national level

Workforce Development Project Findings Webinar

OTA held a Member Update on the 21st May 2024, providing an overview of the project findings of the Workforce Development Project. The session was presented by Sarah Jones, Professional Practice Advisor. The workforce development plan was established using an evidence-based approach, drawing from multiple data sources and processes. This included an examination of occupational therapy workforce data, an examination of the national and international literature related to the occupational therapy workforce, an online national survey of registered occupational therapists and consultations with occupational therapists and key stakeholders. More information about the Workforce Development Project is available here.

Position Statement: Occupational Therapy Scope of Practice Framework (2017)

This document provides the framework for scope of practice which will be underpinned by position papers and guides to good practice for key practice areas and additional scope of practice documents (in development), such as an advanced practice framework, advanced and extended scope of practice documents, and national supervision framework. Occupational Therapy Australia scope of practice documentation will be regularly revised to reflect current needs, knowledge and research to include new areas of activity for occupational therapists in Australia.