"I've always loved helping people, right from my childhood. I'd wake up early to help my brother with school work and volunteer for various non-profit organizations yearly. One summer, I heard about a muscular dystrophy association camp. So, I applied as a volunteer to help campers feel like kids and have a fun summer in the sun. After camp, I knew I wanted to continue helping people develop the skills to live and work independently. Choosing a career in occupational therapy still feels like the right choice because I'm passionate about helping people regain their wellness."

"I earned a bachelor's degree in occupational therapy three years ago. During my undergraduate, I took part in supervised fieldwork, assisting patients at the neighbourhood hospital. A private institution later hired me to work as its occupational therapist. I'm a member of the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists with a license to practice in Alberta. I'm confident my education, work experience, and additional training make me a good candidate for this position."

"I think every occupational therapist needs strong communication and interpersonal skills. Building trust and healthy relationships is important. I feel occupational therapists must also be patient and empathetic to struggling patients. In my experience, learning various treatment methods and being flexible is key. I'm confident I have the skills of a good occupational therapist, and I'd love to apply them here."

"At my last job, we used various occupational therapy software to track patient progress. Most notably, we used TheraPlatform for practice management and our videoconferencing. I used it to compare the doctor's diagnosis to milestones, take notes, track progress, and communicate with patients. Can you tell me what medical information system your clinic uses?"

"I start by observing the patient's injuries, disorders, age, or emotional conditions. Then, I interview the patient and their family members to find out more details. Next, I carry out formal assessments that align with the doctor's diagnosis. I determine realistic goals after going through the results of my assessment and review it periodically."

"I'd calmly explain my professional opinion about their abilities and how they may make it challenging to return to their previous role. I'd also present new job opportunities to the patient. Offering reassuring statements and setting new rehabilitative milestones keeps patients motivated. I'd also suggest new potential career paths."

"I love helping people regain wellness and restoring their ability to engage in school, work, or leisure. I establish patient-focused plans and set clear goals to avoid frustration. I also build healthy relationships with my patients and prepare fun routines for them."

"Once, I had a patient who had an accident and couldn't return to work due to her injuries. Although I set an occupational therapy program for her, she wasn't motivated to take part during sessions. Instead of resetting her goals, I called her family to discuss her progress and help encourage her. I made sure I paid special attention to her recovery and connected her to job openings when she fully recovered from her injuries."

"I think communicating with family members and caregivers is crucial. I work primarily with pediatric and elderly patients, and I believe they need special care. I'd be happy to review a patient's treatment plans and progress reports with family members."

"If a patient were verbally abusive to me, I'd be patient and stay calm to de-escalate the situation. Then, I'd try to find out why they felt that way. If they explained the issue, I'd look for ways to help them with it. Otherwise, I'd offer to meet with them another time and ask if they wanted to see a family member or caregiver."

"I enjoy attending the Occupational Therapy Study Tour organized by the World Federation of Occupational Therapists (WFOT). As a member of the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists, I also get regular updates about the field. I read journals and technical reports and take occupational therapy courses online."

"My ability to connect with people is my greatest strength. I have a friendly and approachable demeanour, which helps me relate with my patients. At my last job, children loved coming for therapy sessions because of how I related with them and made sessions fun. As your occupational therapist, I'd use my ability to develop friendly relationships to make patients more comfortable about coming to sessions."

"I understand my schedule may vary at this job, and I'm prepared to work some evenings or on weekends. To avoid burnout, I swim after work and use other stress-management strategies, such as taking short breaks between sessions to decompress. This job requires me to assist multiple patients daily, and I aim to always provide the best patient support."

"I always keep a checklist to help me manage risks in my practice. I ask myself what could happen, the likelihood of occurrence, the outcome's severity, and how to reduce the event's likelihood or impact. I also ask who needs to be involved in the situation and what data can help me monitor the situation."

"I want to use my occupational therapy training, experience, and well-developed skills to assist patients here. Your clinic's environment feels like an ideal setting to advance my career, learn from like-minded professionals, and contribute to the field. I'm eager to help patients recover, improve, and maintain skills for living or working."