Making Everyday Work Matter - OT Leaders’, Managers’ and Administrators’ Perspectives

Date: Thursday, October 20, 2022, 7:00pm-8:00pm

Panelists:

Ashlie Broadhurst, MOTR/L. Clinical Manager, Outpatient Rehabilitation, Shirley Ryan Ability Lab at Silver Cross,

Marla R. Robinson, MSc., OTR/L, BCPR, BT-C, FAOTA Assistant Director Inpatient Therapy Services, The University of Chicago Medicine

Kay Rudnitsky, OTD, OTR/L, CLT Assistant Director, Inpatient Therapy Services, Clinical Instructor, University of Illinois at Chicago Department of Occupational Therapy

Prem Mony, OTR/L, PhD, FACHE Director, IP PMR Services, Legacy NorthShore

Jennifer Richert, OTR/L Associate Director, Internal Staff Development, Shirley Ryan AbilityLab

Meredith Burd, MBA, OTR/L Director, Rehabilitation Center of Expertise, OSF HealthCare

Course Description: Expert OT leaders, managers and administrators will explore the current state of affairs within the healthcare industry for OT practitioners. Panelists will share their personal insights and experiences about fostering a healthy work environment; providing authentic leadership and communication; identifying strategies to address staffing issues such as: retention, scheduling, registry vs. full time, and meeting workload demands effectively; and developing a work culture that provides recognition, rewards and meaningful outcomes for all stakeholders.

Content areas(s): Administration and Management Special Interest Section (AMSIS)