OT Unplugged: Community of Practice Insights

OT Unplugged: Community of Practice Insights

Hosted by: Sarah Collison, Nikki Cousins and Alyce Svensk

A space for you to connect, reflect and stay up to date on OT practice and the evolving world of the NDIS.

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Episodes

S10 E4 - The Business of OT: Costs, Recruitment and Sustainability

Running an Occupational Therapy business has always involved more than delivering great clinical care. There are people to employ, systems to manage, invoices to collect and countless decisions about where limited...
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S10 E3 - Building Clinical Confidence Through Reflective Practice

Why great supervision starts with understanding what new OTs don't know Supporting another Occupational Therapist to develop their clinical skills is rewarding, but it isn't always straightforward. Many experienced...
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S10 E2 - The Placement Problem: Why Paying Students Isn't the Whole Solution

Paid placements for Occupational Therapy students are finally here. But they're only part of the solution For generations of Occupational Therapists, unpaid placements have simply been accepted as part of the journey...
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S10 E1 - Balancing Business, Billing and Burnout

Taking a proper break without your business falling apart For many Occupational Therapists, taking time off is easier said than done. Whether you run a private practice or work as a sole trader, holidays often come...
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S09E11 - Innovation and Change in OT: OTX, WikiQuip and NDIS Updates

A profession in transition The OT profession is in a period of significant change. On one hand, events like OTX 2026 are showcasing innovation, collaboration and exciting solutions to longstanding challenges. On the...
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S09E10 - NDIS Price Guide - What OTs really need to know

What Occupational Therapists Need to Know About the 2026–27 NDIS Pricing Update The 2026–27 NDIS Pricing Schedule and Annual Pricing Review have now been released. For Occupational Therapists, the immediate headline...
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S09E09 - Beyond Self-Report: Building Stronger Functional Capacity Evidence

Occupational Therapists are frequently asked to provide ā€˜robust evidence’ for NDIS funding decisions, but what does that really mean? Explore why observation, clinical reasoning and context matter when assessing...
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S9E08 - The Year of Uncertainty Continues

Pricing uncertainty continues to affect providers For many providers, annual pricing updates remain a significant source of uncertainty. Business owners are often required to make decisions about staffing and service...
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S9E07 - Award Changes Are Coming. Is Your Practice Ready?

Award changes are reshaping workforce planning One of the most significant developments for allied health businesses is the recent review of the Health Professionals and Support Services (HPSS) Award. Although much of...
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S9E06 – Beyond Clinical Work: The Evolution of OT Careers

Occupational Therapy careers rarely follow a straight line. Many OTs begin with a clear idea of where they’re heading, only to find themselves moving into completely different spaces years later. Clinical work...
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S9E05 - Breaking Down the New NDIS Bill

A significant period of changeThe disability sector is facing another major round of NDIS reform. The proposed legislation has sparked widespread discussion among Occupational Therapists, participants and advocacy...
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S9E04 - Unpacking Thriving Kids NSW

A major shift in early childhood supports The long-anticipated Thriving Kids rollout is beginning to take shape in New South Wales, offering the clearest indication yet of how early childhood supports may operate from...
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