To prepare
for this mock interview, I read through a few common OT-related interview
questions and thought through my answers. I was originally planning to type out
my answers, but I decided instead to only list bullet points to reflect on so
that I did not come across as too scripted/rehearsed. I recently interviewed for a
level II fieldwork rotation at St. Jude, and I went more in depth to prepare
for that than I did for this interview in particular. Because of this, I felt
like I had a good foundation going into this interview. Overall, I felt like
the interview went well. I was able to answer all the questions without too
much hesitation, and I felt like I answered them sufficiently, although I could
have gone more in depth in some answers. Something that went differently than I
expected was that I talked faster than I normally do. I learned that it is okay
to take a pause and think through my answer before speaking in order to provide
a more in-depth and full answer. This is something that I will remember when
going into a real-life interview. Taking a moment to ensure that you answer the question fully is more important than being quick to respond with a vague or short answer. While this might be difficult to remember in the moment, being in the moment it is an important skill to practice and improve upon, not only for interviews but also for everyday life.
While we have had a few lectures previously in occupational therapy school on the topic of sexual health, we had not had one that was as in-depth and focused on aging until this lecture. I think that the fact that this area is in the scope of practice of OT emphasizes the holistic view that occupational therapists take on their clients. There are very few other healthcare professionals that will address this topic with their clients, and while it might be a little difficult or awkward to discuss, I think it is very powerful that OTs can help clients in this area of their lives. One of the main things that I took away from this lecture was that sexual activity is beneficial for reducing stress, improving sleep, can boost immune system function and lifespan, and can also produce higher levels of cognitive functioning. When there are disruptions in this area of someone’s life, it can be difficult for them to reach out for help. However, sexual health is a key component i...
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