FW II month/ day/ year Site Information city / state / type of facility (LTAC, o/p peds, etc) FW client age range, diagnosis, OT evaluations and tx techniques MOTS FW II Letter Date: month, day , year
(Press “Enter” 1 time) Inside Address (person to whom the letter is addressed) First and last name, followed by … PhD, LOTR, OTD, CHT, Sequence properly … highest academic degree first. Look in FW files or on the internet to help you find the most current information. Name of Facility (spell out) Street Address City, State, Zip Code (Press “Enter” 1 time) Body: Paragraph I: Introduction This letter is to confirm my FW II experience from ____, ____ (months, dates and year) I am a MOT student at Louisiana State University Health Science Center – Shreveport. In one or two sentences, tell them about yourself. What you like to do when you are not studying. (Press “Enter” 1 time) Paragraph II: Interest and Desire Talk about why you’re interested in a FW II experience at this facility. Look up facility on the web and talk about something interesting you found on this site that you would like to learn about (OT specific) Write one example that demonstrates your ability to be an adult learner. Write 2 specific OT learning goals you can accomplish at this site. (Press “Enter” 1 time) Paragraph III: Questions? Dress code, parking, when and where to meet on the first day (Press “Enter” 1 time) Paragraph IV: Closing I look forward to working with you . Enclosed please find a copy of my personal data sheet, proof of health insurance, liability insurance, etc.” The LSUHSC_S FW program has “gone green.” I will bring with me the original AOTA Fieldwork Performance Evaluation, FWPE. Mention you will bring your Professional Portfolio with includes: CV, CPR, etc. Identify clearly when and how you can be reached in your last sentence: I can be reached at (xxx) – xxx –xxxx and write your LSUHSU-S email address. (Press “Enter” 1 time) Typed signature line (Press “Enter 1 time) Electronic Signature, MOTS LSUHSC email address Cell phone (xxx) – xxx –xxxx LSUHSC FW II Student Objectives Students will (ACOTE 2011 standards are identified):
Accurately revises goals that correlate to the changes in the clients performance in a timely manner Accurately completes all daily notes or weekly notes per department guidelines clearly identifying what occurred and how the participant performed in a manner that demonstrates the efficacy of interventions Management of OT Services Demonstrates through practice or discussion the ability to assign appropriate responsibilities to the OTA and OT aide Demonstrates through practice or discussion the ability to actively collaborate with the OTA regarding the need to update client’s goals as appropriate Demonstrates understanding of the costs and funding related to OT services at this site by planning appropriate interventions, goals, and intervention plans based on insurance coverage, client needs and departmental productivity standards Accomplishes organizational goals by establishing priorities, developing strategies, and meeting deadlines Completes all paperwork and client care responsibilities, schedules client case load independently, and coordinates treatment schedules on staffing days and reports in staff meetings Assists with patient coverage as indicated within the department and the team Consistently comes prepared and on time to all meetings Produces the volume of work required in the expected time frame Completes client care, all paperwork, and related activities within an 88.5 hour day Communication Clearly and effectively communicates verbally and nonverbally with clients, families, significant others, colleagues, service providers and the public Demonstrates congruency between actions and words Produces clear and accurate documentation according to site requirements accurately completing all paperwork within departmental guidelines All written communication is legible, using proper spelling, punctuation and grammar Uses language appropriate to the recipient of the information, including but not limited to funding agencies and regulatory agencies Professional Behaviors Collaborates with FE to maximize the learning experience and asks for clarification or assistance when needed Takes responsibility for attaining professional competence by seeking out learning opportunities and interactions Locates, effectively uses and initiates discussion about resources being used to guide own learning Responds constructively to feedback by accepting feedback and effectively incorporating into daily routine Demonstrates consistent work behaviors, including initiative, preparedness, dependability and work site maintenance Demonstrates effective time management by following through with all assigned duties and responsibilities Demonstrates positive interpersonal skills, including but not limited to cooperation, flexibility, tact, and empathy Demonstrates respect for diversity factors of others, including but not limited to sociocultural, socioeconomic, spiritual and lifestyle choices Respects others’ values and interests when they are different than own personal values and beliefs