[Core] [22% incumbents] Test and evaluate patients' physical and mental abilities and analyze medical data to determine realistic rehabilitation goals for patients.
  DWAs: Evaluate patient functioning, capabilities, or health. | Analyze patient data to determine patient needs or treatment goals.

[Core] [22% incumbents] Complete and maintain necessary records.
  DWAs: Record patient medical histories.

[Core] [22% incumbents] Plan, organize, and conduct occupational therapy programs in hospital, institutional, or community settings to help rehabilitate persons with disabilities because of illness, injury or psychological or developmental problems.
  DWAs: Design public or employee health programs. | Direct healthcare delivery programs.

[Core] [22% incumbents] Plan and implement programs and social activities to help patients learn work or school skills and adjust to handicaps.
  DWAs: Develop treatment plans that use non-medical therapies.

[Core] [22% incumbents] Select activities that will help individuals learn work and life-management skills within limits of their mental or physical capabilities.
  DWAs: Develop treatment plans that use non-medical therapies.

[Core] [22% incumbents] Evaluate patients' progress and prepare reports that detail progress.
  DWAs: Monitor patient progress or responses to treatments. | Prepare reports summarizing patient diagnostic or care activities.

[Core] [22% incumbents] Train caregivers in providing for the needs of a patient during and after therapy.
  DWAs: Train caregivers or other non-medical personnel.

[Core] [22% incumbents] Lay out materials such as puzzles, scissors and eating utensils for use in therapy, and clean and repair these tools after therapy sessions.
  DWAs: Clean medical equipment or facilities. | Prepare medical supplies or equipment for use.

[Core] [22% incumbents] Consult with rehabilitation team to select activity programs or coordinate occupational therapy with other therapeutic activities.
  DWAs: Collaborate with healthcare professionals to plan or provide treatment.

[Core] [22% incumbents] Design and create, or requisition, special supplies and equipment, such as splints, braces, and computer-aided adaptive equipment.
  DWAs: Design medical devices or appliances. | Fabricate medical devices.

[Core] [22% incumbents] Recommend changes in patients' work or living environments, consistent with their needs and capabilities.
  DWAs: Provide health and wellness advice to patients, program participants, or caregivers.

[Core] [22% incumbents] Develop and participate in health promotion programs, group activities, or discussions to promote client health, facilitate social adjustment, alleviate stress, and prevent physical or mental disability.
  DWAs: Design public or employee health programs.

[Core] [22% incumbents] Provide training and supervision in therapy techniques and objectives for students or nurses and other medical staff.
  DWAs: Train medical providers. | Supervise patient care personnel.

[Core] [22% incumbents] Help clients improve decision making, abstract reasoning, memory, sequencing, coordination, and perceptual skills, using computer programs.
  DWAs: Assist clients in handling details of daily life. | Assist patients with daily activities.

[Core] [22% incumbents] Conduct research in occupational therapy.
  DWAs: Conduct research to increase knowledge about medical issues.

[Core] [22% incumbents] Advise on health risks in the workplace or on health-related transition to retirement.
  DWAs: Advise communities or institutions regarding health or safety issues.

[Supplemental] [22% incumbents] Provide patients with assistance in locating or holding jobs.
  DWAs: Encourage patients or clients to develop life skills.

[EMERGING:New] Recommend adaptive equipment to individuals to increase independence in daily living activities.

--- SKILLS ---
  Active Listening (imp:4.12 lvl:4.00) — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand
  Monitoring (imp:4.12 lvl:4.00) — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organization
  Reading Comprehension (imp:4.00 lvl:4.00) — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
  Writing (imp:4.00 lvl:4.00) — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audienc
  Speaking (imp:4.00 lvl:4.00) — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  Critical Thinking (imp:4.00 lvl:4.00) — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternativ
  Active Learning (imp:3.88 lvl:3.88) — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr
  Learning Strategies (imp:3.88 lvl:3.88) — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate fo
  Science (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.
  Mathematics (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — Using mathematics to solve problems.

--- KNOWLEDGE ---
  Therapy and Counseling (imp:4.68 lvl:5.95) — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and r
  Psychology (imp:4.55 lvl:5.95) — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, 
  Customer and Personal Service (imp:4.27 lvl:5.55) — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic
  Medicine and Dentistry (imp:4.23 lvl:4.45) — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human i
  English Language (imp:4.10 lvl:4.36) — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea
  Education and Training (imp:3.86 lvl:4.77) — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching
  Biology (imp:3.45 lvl:3.55) — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interd
  Sociology and Anthropology (imp:3.24 lvl:3.77) — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human 
  Administration and Management (imp:2.82 lvl:3.64) — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, 
  Administrative (imp:2.82 lvl:4.14) — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word proce
  Philosophy and Theology (imp:2.82 lvl:3.27) — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their 
  Communications and Media (imp:2.50 lvl:3.05) — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and m
  Mathematics (imp:2.41 lvl:2.50) — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their appl
  Public Safety and Security (imp:2.36 lvl:2.27) — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote
  Computers and Electronics (imp:2.27 lvl:2.50) — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput
  Law and Government (imp:2.24 lvl:2.23) — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulat
  Physics (imp:2.18 lvl:1.91) — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships,
  Sales and Marketing (imp:2.14 lvl:2.23) — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products
  Personnel and Human Resources (imp:2.14 lvl:2.36) — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, tra
  Foreign Language (imp:2.09 lvl:2.23) — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language inclu
  Transportation (imp:1.91 lvl:1.55) — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea
  Mechanical (imp:1.82 lvl:1.82) — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and main
  Engineering and Technology (imp:1.77 lvl:1.77) — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Th
  Design (imp:1.73 lvl:1.68) — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of 
  Economics and Accounting (imp:1.68 lvl:1.36) — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar
  Chemistry (imp:1.68 lvl:1.59) — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances a
  Telecommunications (imp:1.64 lvl:0.73) — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of te
  Fine Arts (imp:1.59 lvl:1.18) — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform
  Production and Processing (imp:1.38 lvl:0.90) — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot
  Building and Construction (imp:1.32 lvl:0.55) — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or r
  History and Archeology (imp:1.32 lvl:0.73) — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civi
  Food Production (imp:1.27 lvl:0.82) — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food
  Geography (imp:1.18 lvl:0.68) — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, an

--- ABILITIES ---
  Oral Expression (imp:4.12 lvl:4.12) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will unde
  Written Expression (imp:4.00 lvl:4.00) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will under
  Problem Sensitivity (imp:4.00 lvl:4.00) — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does no
  Deductive Reasoning (imp:4.00 lvl:4.00) — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that 
  Inductive Reasoning (imp:4.00 lvl:4.00) — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusion
  Oral Comprehension (imp:3.88 lvl:4.12) — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through 
  Written Comprehension (imp:3.88 lvl:4.00) — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
  Information Ordering (imp:3.88 lvl:4.00) — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according
  Speech Recognition (imp:3.88 lvl:4.00) — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
  Speech Clarity (imp:3.88 lvl:4.00) — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
  Fluency of Ideas (imp:3.75 lvl:3.88) — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas
  Originality (imp:3.75 lvl:3.88) — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situa
  Near Vision (imp:3.38 lvl:3.38) — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
  Category Flexibility (imp:3.25 lvl:3.38) — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping
  Selective Attention (imp:3.25 lvl:3.12) — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distrac
  Finger Dexterity (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or bot
  Far Vision (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — The ability to see details at a distance.
  Flexibility of Closure (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or so
  Visualization (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when 
  Time Sharing (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of
  Perceptual Speed (imp:2.75 lvl:2.88) — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among
  Arm-Hand Steadiness (imp:2.75 lvl:2.88) — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while hold
  Static Strength (imp:2.75 lvl:2.38) — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
  Trunk Strength (imp:2.75 lvl:2.62) — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the 
  Hearing Sensitivity (imp:2.75 lvl:2.12) — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch 
  Auditory Attention (imp:2.75 lvl:2.50) — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distra
  Speed of Closure (imp:2.62 lvl:2.62) — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into mea
  Multilimb Coordination (imp:2.62 lvl:2.62) — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or
  Number Facility (imp:2.50 lvl:2.12) — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
  Visual Color Discrimination (imp:2.50 lvl:2.12) — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of c
  Memorization (imp:2.38 lvl:2.38) — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and proced
  Manual Dexterity (imp:2.38 lvl:2.75) — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your
  Stamina (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getti
  Extent Flexibility (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
  Gross Body Coordination (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together wh
  Gross Body Equilibrium (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unsta
  Mathematical Reasoning (imp:2.00 lvl:2.50) — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a prob
  Control Precision (imp:2.00 lvl:2.12) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehi
  Dynamic Strength (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This inv
  Depth Perception (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you
  Response Orientation (imp:1.62 lvl:0.50) — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two o
  Explosive Strength (imp:1.50 lvl:0.62) — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping
  Speed of Limb Movement (imp:1.38 lvl:0.62) — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
  Wrist-Finger Speed (imp:1.25 lvl:0.38) — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and 
  Spatial Orientation (imp:1.12 lvl:0.12) — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know wher
  Rate Control (imp:1.00) — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in an
  Reaction Time (imp:1.00) — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sou
  Dynamic Flexibility (imp:1.00) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with yo
  Night Vision (imp:1.00) — The ability to see under low-light conditions.
  Peripheral Vision (imp:1.00) — The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes ar
  Glare Sensitivity (imp:1.00) — The ability to see objects in the presence of a glare or bright lighting.
  Sound Localization (imp:1.00) — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.

--- WORK ACTIVITIES ---
  Documenting/Recording Information (imp:4.73 lvl:4.82) — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in writte
  Assisting and Caring for Others (imp:4.64 lvl:5.50) — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other pe
  Getting Information (imp:4.45 lvl:4.86) — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sour
  Making Decisions and Solving Problems (imp:4.41 lvl:5.05) — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol
  Developing Objectives and Strategies (imp:4.27 lvl:4.73) — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to 
  Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:4.27 lvl:4.95) — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone,
  Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (imp:4.27 lvl:5.18) — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and m
  Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (imp:4.23 lvl:4.91) — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or 
  Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (imp:4.23 lvl:5.41) — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
  Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (imp:4.14 lvl:5.23) — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your
  Thinking Creatively (imp:4.05 lvl:5.14) — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, syste
  Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (imp:4.00 lvl:4.86) — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment,
  Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (imp:4.00 lvl:4.23) — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
  Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:3.86 lvl:4.33) — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events o
  Coaching and Developing Others (imp:3.86 lvl:5.00) — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherw
  Performing General Physical Activities (imp:3.82 lvl:4.50) — Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require co
  Handling and Moving Objects (imp:3.82 lvl:5.00) — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials,
  Training and Teaching Others (imp:3.82 lvl:4.68) — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or tr
  Processing Information (imp:3.73 lvl:4.64) — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying
  Analyzing Data or Information (imp:3.73 lvl:4.45) — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break
  Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (imp:3.68 lvl:4.05) — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving
  Working with Computers (imp:3.59 lvl:3.36) — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra
  Communicating with People Outside the Organization (imp:3.59 lvl:4.09) — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organizatio
  Scheduling Work and Activities (imp:3.48 lvl:4.10) — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
  Developing and Building Teams (imp:3.45 lvl:3.59) — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membe
  Providing Consultation and Advice to Others (imp:3.45 lvl:4.41) — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical,
  Performing Administrative Activities (imp:3.41 lvl:3.64) — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files
  Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People (imp:3.36 lvl:3.64) — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
  Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:3.27 lvl:3.95) — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, 
  Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:3.09 lvl:3.64) — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
  Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (imp:3.09 lvl:3.91) — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance 
  Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (imp:3.05 lvl:3.14) — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resourc
  Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:2.95 lvl:2.91) — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors o
  Monitoring and Controlling Resources (imp:2.52 lvl:3.00) — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
  Staffing Organizational Units (imp:2.36 lvl:2.86) — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organ
  Selling or Influencing Others (imp:2.33 lvl:2.55) — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or
  Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:2.23 lvl:2.77) — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines 
  Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (imp:1.64 lvl:1.36) — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, an
  Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (imp:1.59 lvl:1.41) — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to t
  Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (imp:1.57 lvl:1.05) — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, s
  Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (imp:1.50 lvl:0.86) — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines,

--- WORK STYLES ---
  Attention to Detail (imp:10.00) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Integrity (imp:9.00) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:8.00) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Cooperation (imp:7.00) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Social Orientation (imp:6.00) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Empathy (imp:5.00) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Perseverance (imp:4.00) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Adaptability (imp:3.00) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Empathy (imp:3.00) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Cooperation (imp:2.69) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Attention to Detail (imp:2.57) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Dependability (imp:2.47) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Social Orientation (imp:2.29) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Adaptability (imp:2.21) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Sincerity (imp:2.10) — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Integrity (imp:2.10) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Optimism (imp:2.06) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:2.01) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Perseverance (imp:2.01) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Optimism (imp:2.00) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Self-Control (imp:1.98) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Stress Tolerance (imp:1.96) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Achievement Orientation (imp:1.92) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Self-Confidence (imp:1.60) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Innovation (imp:1.49) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Humility (imp:1.42) — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Tolerance for Ambiguity (imp:1.39) — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Leadership Orientation (imp:1.03) — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Cautiousness (imp:1.03) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Initiative (imp:1.00) — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Sincerity (imp:1.00) — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Innovation () — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Achievement Orientation () — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Tolerance for Ambiguity () — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Initiative () — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Self-Confidence () — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Leadership Orientation () — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Humility () — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Cautiousness () — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Dependability () — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Stress Tolerance () — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Self-Control () — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res

--- TRANSFERABLE SKILLS ---
  Service Orientation (imp:4.12 lvl:4.00) — Actively looking for ways to help people.
  Social Perceptiveness (imp:4.00 lvl:4.00) — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
  Instructing (imp:4.00 lvl:4.00) — Teaching others how to do something.
  Judgment and Decision Making (imp:4.00 lvl:3.88) — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the m
  Coordination (imp:3.75 lvl:3.88) — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
  Time Management (imp:3.75 lvl:3.88) — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
  Complex Problem Solving (imp:3.25 lvl:3.75) — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and ev
  Operations Analysis (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
  Systems Analysis (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, 
  Systems Evaluation (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed 
  Persuasion (imp:3.00 lvl:3.12) — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
  Negotiation (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
  Management of Personnel Resources (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best 
  Management of Financial Resources (imp:2.25 lvl:1.62) — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for the
  Operations Monitoring (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working pr
  Quality Control Analysis (imp:2.12 lvl:1.75) — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate
  Management of Material Resources (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materi
  Technology Design (imp:1.88 lvl:1.38) — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
  Troubleshooting (imp:1.88 lvl:1.00) — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
  Programming (imp:1.75 lvl:1.00) — Writing computer programs for various purposes.
  Operation and Control (imp:1.62 lvl:1.00) — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
  Equipment Selection (imp:1.25 lvl:0.25) — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
  Installation (imp:1.00) — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.
  Equipment Maintenance (imp:1.00) — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind o
  Repairing (imp:1.00) — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.

--- NATIONAL WAGES ---
  total_employment : 162,450
  annual_median    : $100,330
  annual_pct10     : $71,690
  annual_pct25     : $82,510
  annual_pct75     : $116,670
  annual_pct90     : $131,950
  annual_mean      : $101,280
  hourly_median    : $48.24

--- GEOGRAPHIC DISPERSION ---
  highest_state    : California ($124,510)
  lowest_state     : Puerto Rico ($51,850)
  dispersion_ratio : 2.401x

--- TOP STATES BY WAGE (52 total) ---
  Health Care and Social Assistance        emp:  132,750  median: $ 101,080
  Educational Services                     emp:   22,660  median: $  87,300
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:    3,400  median: $ 105,560
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:    2,690  median: $ 100,120
  Management of Companies and Enterprises  emp:      570  median: $ 101,410
  Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services emp:      200  median: $ 101,950
  Other Services (except Public Administration) emp:       70  median: $  83,560
  Finance and Insurance                    emp:       40  median: $  97,030

--- TOP INDUSTRIES BY EMPLOYMENT (8 total) ---
  Health Care and Social Assistance        emp:  132,750  median: $ 101,080
  Educational Services                     emp:   22,660  median: $  87,300
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--- WIKIPEDIA FULL TEXT ---
Occupational therapists (OTs) are health care professionals specializing in occupational therapy and occupational science. OTs and occupational therapy assistants (OTAs) use scientific bases and a holistic perspective to promote a person's ability to fulfill their daily routines and roles. OTs have training in the physical, psychological, and social aspects of human functioning deriving from an education grounded in anatomical and physiological concepts, and psychological perspectives. They enable individuals across the lifespan by optimizing their abilities to perform activities that are meaningful to them ("occupations"). Human occupations include activities of daily living, work/vocation, play, education, leisure, rest and sleep, and social participation.
OTs work in a variety of fields, including pediatrics, orthopedics, neurology, low vision therapy, physical rehabilitation, mental health, assistive technology, oncological rehabilitation, and geriatrics. OTs are employed in healthcare settings such as hospitals, nursing homes, residential care facilities, home health agencies, outpatient rehabilitation centers, etc. OTs are also employed by school systems, and as consultants by businesses to address employee work-related safety and productivity. Many OTs are also self-employed and own independent practices. In the United States, OTs are also employed as commissioned officers in the Army, Navy and Air force branches of the military. In the US Army, OTs are part of the Army Medical Specialist Corps. OTs are also a part of the United States Public Health Service Commissioned Corps, one of eight uniformed services of the United States.
Occupational therapy interventions are aimed to restore/ improve functional abilities, and/or alleviate/ eliminate limitations or disabilities through compensatory/adaptive methods/and or drug use. OTs, thus, evaluate and address both the individual's capacities and his/ her environment (physical and psycho-social) in order to help the individual optimize their function and fulfill their occupational roles. They often recommend adaptive equipment/ assistive technology products and provide training in its use to help mitigate limitations and enhance safety.


== Preparation and qualifications ==
To practice as an occupational therapist, the individual trained in the United States:

Has graduated from an occupational therapy program (currently at the master's or doctoral levels) accredited by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE)  or predecessor organizations;
Has successfully completed a period of supervised fieldwork experience required by the recognized educational institution where the applicant met the academic requirements of an educational program for occupational therapists that is accredited by ACOTE or predecessor organizations;
Has passed a nationally recognized registration examination for occupational therapists (OTR, for "Occupational Therapist, Registered, Licensed") administered by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT); and
Fulfills state requirements for licensure, certification, or registration.


== Places of work ==
Employment may include hospitals, clinics, day and community-based rehabilitation centers, home care programs, special schools, industry, and private enterprise. Many occupational therapists work in private practice and as educators and consultants. Occupational therapist practitioners (OTPs) also work in community outreach, after school programs, community centers, and anywhere meaningful life activities occur. Occupational therapists meet clients in natural settings where real life activities and routines occur.


== Role ==
Occupational therapists are skilled healthcare  professionals who promote participation, health, and well-being through meaningful engagement in everyday activities. One of their main goals is to help their patients function effectively in their roles and routines in everyday life.
Occupational therapy practitioners work with clients of all ages in diverse practice areas, some of which include rehabilitation after illness/injury, pediatrics, mental health, geriatrics, assistive technology, health and wellness, pain management, work/industry, and community accessibility.
Occupational therapists may promote client participation and independence in life by strengthening client factors and performance skills such as physical, cognitive, and perceptual abilities. OTs may also help clients achieve their desired outcomes by facilitating their use of adaptive strategies, adaptive equipment, and/or environmental modifications.
Occupational therapists focus on providing a client-centered, holistic approach to each patient, using therapeutic interventions geared toward the person, occupation, and environment. Occupational therapists bring attention to a person's unique identity, abilities, strengths, interests, and environment to provide strategies and techniques that will allow clients to live life to the fullest. Occupational therapists foster promotion of self-esteem, self-efficacy, and a sense of achievement through doing, being, and belonging in a client's choice of activities, roles, routines, contexts, and environments. Occupational therapists can also provide prevention and education regarding physical, mental, and social-emotional aspects of health and wellness within the realm of prevention, promotion, and intervention.
Occupational therapists are often involved in multidisciplinary teams that may include health care practitioners such as physicians, nurses, physiotherapists, speech and language therapists, rehabilitation psychologists, and social workers. Building effective partnerships with other professionals in the interest of quality service provision to clients are essential to valuable practice. Collaboration with members of the client's team enriches interdisciplinary communication and ensures the best outcomes for clients. The client and their family and caregivers remain the central focus and driving force of the team.


=== Work-related therapy ===
Some occupational therapists treat individuals whose ability to function in a work environment has been impaired. These practitioners arrange employment, evaluate the work environment, plan work activities, and assess the client's progress. Therapists also may collaborate with the client and the employer to modify the work environment so that the work can be successfully completed.


=== Pediatric practice ===
Pediatric occupational therapists support their communities by providing services to infants, toddlers, children, youth, and their families across a variety of settings that might include schools, clinics, and homes. They do this by implementing intervention that is driven by science and backed by evidence.  A child's life is made up of "occupations".  These "occupations", or daily activities, include play, learning, and socializing. The role of the pediatric occupational therapist is to support the child in any environment in which the child is not able to carry out the desired occupations.  The most common areas of practice for a pediatric occupational therapist include: neonatal intensive care units (NICU), early intervention, schools, and outpatient services. Areas of emerging practice include primary care and community-based.


==== Neonatal intensive care units (NICU) ====
From the beginning of life, occupational therapists might work with infants who are medically fragile in NICU of medical centers. An occupational therapist might address areas such as feeding/nutrition, positioning, development, sensory processing and integration, and sleep.


==== Early intervention ====
An occupational therapist may work with children in early intervention, from birth to three years old. The role of the occupational therapist is to support the child's needs by collaborating with the caregivers/parents. The goal of the occupational therapist in early 

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  Extract: Assistive Technology for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing is technology built to assist those who are deaf or have hearing loss. Examples of such technology include hearing aids, video relay services, tactile devices, alerting devices and technology for supporting communication.

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--- PROSE FIELDS ---

ROLE SUMMARY:
Occupational therapists assess, plan, and organize rehabilitative programs that help build or restore vocational, homemaking, and daily living skills for persons with disabilities or developmental delays. They use therapeutic techniques, adapt environments, teach skills, and modify tasks to promote independence and functional ability. According to O*NET data, they require extensive preparation with 86.4% holding master's degrees and focus heavily on therapy and counseling knowledge combined with psychology expertise.

DAY IN THE LIFE:
Occupational therapists begin by testing and evaluating patients' physical and mental abilities, analyzing medical data to determine realistic rehabilitation goals. They plan and conduct therapy programs in hospitals, institutions, or community settings, selecting specific activities that help individuals learn work and life-management skills within their functional limits. Throughout sessions, they lay out therapeutic materials like puzzles, scissors, and eating utensils, then clean and repair these tools afterward. They continuously evaluate patient progress and prepare detailed reports documenting improvements. Therapists also train caregivers in providing ongoing support and consult with rehabilitation teams to coordinate comprehensive treatment approaches.

WHO THRIVES:
Individuals who excel as occupational therapists demonstrate exceptional attention to detail and high integrity, combined with intellectual curiosity about human function and adaptation. They possess strong social orientation and cooperation skills, enabling them to establish meaningful therapeutic relationships while working effectively within healthcare teams. Successful practitioners show high levels of active listening and monitoring abilities, paired with critical thinking skills to analyze complex patient presentations. They thrive on problem-solving challenges, using deductive and inductive reasoning to develop creative solutions that help patients overcome functional limitations and achieve independence.

CAREER ENTRY:
Entry requires extensive preparation with 86.4% of occupational therapists holding master's degrees and 13.6% holding bachelor's degrees according to O*NET education distribution data. Most programs include coursework in anatomy, physiology, psychology, human development, and therapeutic techniques, followed by supervised fieldwork experiences. Graduates must pass the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy examination and obtain state licensure. Job Zone 5 classification indicates the need for extensive preparation including specialized education and significant on-the-job training.

CAREER TRAJECTORY:
Occupational therapists can advance into specialized areas such as hand therapy, pediatrics, mental health, or assistive technology, with some obtaining additional certifications like Certified Hand Therapist (CHT). Leadership opportunities include supervisory roles, program management, or directing rehabilitation services in healthcare facilities. Some transition into consulting, research, academia, or entrepreneurial ventures developing adaptive equipment or wellness programs. Advanced practitioners may pursue doctoral degrees to enter teaching, research, or executive healthcare positions.

MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
BLS OEWS May 2025 data shows occupational therapists earn a median annual wage of $100,330, with the range from $71,690 to $131,950 representing the 10th to 90th percentiles. Employment totals 162,450 nationally, with Health Care and Social Assistance employing 132,750 practitioners, Educational Services employing 22,660, and government sectors employing 3,400. Geographic wage dispersion shows California leading at $124,510 annually while Puerto Rico reports the lowest at $51,850, creating a 2.40x ratio between highest and lowest paying regions. The profession benefits from an aging population requiring rehabilitation services and increased awareness of occupational therapy benefits across diverse settings.

AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
Occupational therapy shows resilience against automation due to its emphasis on human interaction, clinical reasoning, and individualized treatment planning. The core work activities of assisting and caring for others, establishing interpersonal relationships, and making complex decisions about patient care require human empathy, creativity, and adaptive problem-solving that current technology cannot replicate. While documentation tools and assessment technologies may enhance efficiency, the therapeutic relationship and hands-on intervention techniques remain fundamentally human-centered.

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