Welcome to "Working in Another Country" !

merve

Hello everyone!

My name is Merve and I am an Occupational Therapist in Turkey. I was born and grew up in Germany. After my graduation in 2014, I moved to İstanbul. Currently I am working with mentally disabled children and teenagers. İt is such a nice opportunity to be in contact with so many OT's around the world. Thank you for making this possible.

Thanks, and very best wishes,
Merve

Aileen_S

Hi everyone!

My name is Aileen and I am an Occupational Therapist in Germany. I would like to apologize for my weak English, i am still improve my english skills.

Currently I am working as an teacher in a new University of Applied Sciences in Germany, it is a Project of the Goverment to change the way of studing occupational therapy in Germany. Normaly you go to a special OT-School and you have a kind of education there to become an OT, normaly you don´t graduated with an Bachelor degree in Occupational therapy.

I am an Occupational Therapist since 2011 with an "first degree" of an Occupatiobal Shool from Germany. After my graduation i moved for around two mounth to india, to work as an volunteer OT in an Old Age Home and in a Programm to empower Womens for work.
Befor I moved to my new job in April 2016, i worked as an OT in mental health care in a acute-psychiatry, who specialized on the therapy of people with schizophrenia.
During my work in the hospital i studied Occupational Therapy in the Netherlands.
So, now i have my Bachelor degree in Occupational Therapy :-)

And i want to go to canada. I would like to see how Canadian OT´s work with mentally disabled adults, i want to learn some skills and bring them to Germany.... The German OT´s need more information and Skills for working like all international OT´s do it (occupation- based, evidence-based....)

In mental health working spaces, the most OT´s work still just with handcraft...

So, i am happy for each advice, like good Books, Programms, Studies or something else.

I plan to go in 2018 (just fpr a half year) for OT-abroad to canada, i hope i can connect here with some OT´s from Canada who worked with mentally disabled people and i hope I can visit some working places as an volunteer or internship, during my work and trawel.
Or maybe someone of you knew how i can work as an OT- Assistant or something like this just during the time, to earn enough mony for living in Canada during the time.

Thanks you!

best wishes
Aileen

KelG04

Hi,
This forum has so much potential to connect OT's with interests & skills to utilise in different countries! It was interesting to read through all the posts.

I am an OT from Australia, with a background in adult, physical rehab, community health, & acute settings. I'm sorry I can't offer information regarding visa & work requirements here, but would suggest contacting OT Australia, the national professional association, https://www.otaus.com.au/contact for help. Melb. Victoria has additional contact details there also.

I'm moving to Chiang Mai, Thailand mid year. Does anyone have information or any useful OT resources/contacts for Thailand??

Thanks!

Valerie Kiley

Hi everyone,

I am interesting in helping set up fieldwork placements for youth mental health promotion and prevention in makerspaces. Is anyone an OT educator, practitioner or student that could help start some conversations around that?

Val

NDYOWAAWE

Yeah
Val we can partner in that

Jorieke

Peter.CanadianOT wroteHello Everyone!!
It is great to see how OT is spread out across our globe.
I'm Peter Drzymala an OT of 23yrs. currently employed in the capacity as the Professional Practice Lead for LIH Sky City Rehabilitation Hospital in Kunming, China. It is a new 104-bed Rehab facility in the southern part of China that is scheduled to open in Jan. of 2017. Our intention is to bring high quality, evidence-based, client-centred rehabilitation to the population of China and also to provide Professional Development for OTs in China. It is an exciting and challenging opportunity. I would happy to answer anyone's queries about working in China and/or OT in China.
I am also looking to recruit and hire OTs who have at least two years of experience. Please contact me and I can provide more details.

hello Peter, I tried to sent you a personal email. Did you receive? I would like to get in contact with you because I might move to Shenzhen, china. Kind regards, Jorieke

Kristi

Hi all,

I am a US licensed OT and plan to start work with a school in the Netherlands. Does anyone know the appropriate way to handle US state licensure in this case? Of course, my NBCOT certification and requirements will be up do date but is it best to place my state license on inactive status?

Thanks for any advice!

dezsic

Hi, I am an occupational therapist working in the United States. I am interested in working as an occupational therapist in another country. Does anyone know if there are certain resources to look at job postings? Thanks

iigbo1

Hello everyone my name is Ike Igbo, Dr.OT, I recently moved to Malawi from the USA and was curious if anyone knew of opportunities in Southeastern Africa for OTs.

Thanks

Dominick

I am Dominick Occupational therapist from Tanzania (male). I hold BSc and MSc in Occupational therapy.
I have experience of working with adults with physical and mental conditions. I am looking for job in either Dubai or quatar.
Alvin please if you have any idea kindly advice me since your working their.

Bongi

Hi everyone

My name is Bongi and I am a qualified OT based in the UK with over a year experience working as a clinician in the Elderly Rehabilitation unit. Trained OT in the UK. I would like to work for NGO in Africa particularly in the West, Central and Southern parts of Africa. Any information to help me establish the post in Africa is welcome as my aim is to work with less privileged countries to promote OT.
Looking forward for informative data.

Kind regards
Bongi

Kathrynwalton

srodriguez wroteHello everyone!

My name is Sarah and I am a current student pursuing my masters at Texas Woman's University in Texas. My husband has accepted a job in Abu Dhabi and I am looking into moving over with him once I graduate. Does anyone have any insight to any resources that would provide me with qualification requirements to work in Abu Dhabi or Dubai? Most of the job postings I see require two years of experience, would an new grad be considered?

Thank you!!

Hello my name is kathtyn waltonni am a COTA in texas and am interested in working overseas, possibly Dubai. As you mentioned in your comment you and your husband have accepted a job there. My question is ; how would i go about applying for a job in another country?
Thank you for any help you may be able to offer
Kathryn walton

Kathrynwalton

Peter.CanadianOT wroteHello Everyone!!
It is great to see how OT is spread out across our globe.
I'm Peter Drzymala an OT of 23yrs. currently employed in the capacity as the Professional Practice Lead for LIH Sky City Rehabilitation Hospital in Kunming, China. It is a new 104-bed Rehab facility in the southern part of China that is scheduled to open in Jan. of 2017. Our intention is to bring high quality, evidence-based, client-centred rehabilitation to the population of China and also to provide Professional Development for OTs in China. It is an exciting and challenging opportunity. I would happy to answer anyone's queries about working in China and/or OT in China.
I am also looking to recruit and hire OTs who have at least two years of experience. Please contact me and I can provide more details.

Hi peter my name is kathryn walton I am a COTA with two years experience in the acture care/SNF setting. I am interested in working overseas in China as a COTA. I would love the opportunity to speak with you about your practice!
Kathryn

Clarissa Adriel

Hi all,

Exciting to know you're all out there should I ever have the opportunity to visit your countries!

Some info about working in Australia:

Information about registration to practice as an OT in Australia: https://www.ahpra.gov.au/Registration/Registration-Process/Overseas-Practitioners.aspx

Information about skill visas to Australia: http://www.border.gov.au/Trav/Work/Work/Skills-assessment-and-assessing-authorities/skilled-occupations-lists/combined-stsol-mltssl

Never pay for migration advice without checking they are an authorised agent: https://www.mara.gov.au/search-the-register-of-migration-agents/

Hope that's helpful for anyone planning to visit Australia!

Sincerely,

Clarissa

stephab

Hello OTs!
Wow this is incredible! It is so great to hear about OTs across the globe!!
My name is Stephanie and I'm a Canadian OT. I've been practicing for 7 years now in various areas of practice and loving every minute. I've worked in various practice areas in Ontario, Nova Scotia and most recently in Nunavut (it's my new favourite place in Canada!). I'm always looking for new opportunities to learn and continue to grow.
I'm currently looking to move to Japan but do not speak the language. I realize this means I cannot be licensed and wondering if anyone has any experience or advice in looking for work opportunities related to OT?
Thank you so much!!!
Cheers
Stephanie

Bongi

Hi Stephanie
Hope this will find you well.I am currently based in the UK working in an elderly rehab ward. I enjoy working with the elderly. I have an experience of about 18 months post qualification. What experience is required for someone to work in Canada? I would like to relocate to Canada and work in elderly rehab or people living with mental health issues or Learning disabilities.
I would be grateful if you furnish me with some details.
Regards
Bongi

Renee Agnew

Hi all,

I am currently a 4th year OT student at University of South Australia and for my last portfolio I am looking into the locum overseas application process for Canada and the UK. I have always wanted to work overseas at some point in my career and thought I would use this opportunity to understand about the requirements and what I need to do to start the application process.

I was wondering if any one had any valuable information or advice that may be useful?

Thanks so much
Renee

Brianp

Hi, my name is Brian and I'm an Paediatric Occupational Therapist working in Ireland. I'm looking into moving to Italy to work. Any advice would be welcome, or pointers as to getting my qualification accredited, working visas etc.

If anyone requires information as to working in Ireland, let me know

Looking forward to linking in with you all.
All the best,
Brian

TCraver

stephab wroteHello OTs!
Wow this is incredible! It is so great to hear about OTs across the globe!!
My name is Stephanie and I'm a Canadian OT. I've been practicing for 7 years now in various areas of practice and loving every minute. I've worked in various practice areas in Ontario, Nova Scotia and most recently in Nunavut (it's my new favourite place in Canada!). I'm always looking for new opportunities to learn and continue to grow.
I'm currently looking to move to Japan but do not speak the language. I realize this means I cannot be licensed and wondering if anyone has any experience or advice in looking for work opportunities related to OT?
Thank you so much!!!
Cheers
Stephanie

Hi Stephanie,
I am an american, who got my OT PGdip in the UK, and am currently working for the NHS in London, United Kingdom at one of the major hospitals on a rotational position. I have only just began my career, but looking to get some solid experience over 2-3 years here before moving to Canada to practice, potentially in the BC (Vancouver) area. Any and all advice would be greatly appreciated!!

I'm also happy to help anyone who is looking to get a job within the NHS in the United Kingdom. There is a big need for qualified OTs here!! If you take a look at the NHS jobs website, it is a great resource to narrow down where in the UK you are looking (type in the city, and range) and Occupational therapist as your profession for the job reference. https://www.jobs.nhs.uk/

I applied to many jobs through this service and it was easy because you can use the same application for each job, just changing your cover letter slightly to reply to the job offer for the specific details. I will say, all of the jobs that offered me an interview were not offering virtual interviews as they have a practical element, so if you are not already currently located in the UK, you may have to travel for a job interview.

Thanks,
Tessa

NayeemKhan

TCraver Hi tessa,
can we connect somewhere as I need help regarding job interview in NHS

Nayeem
khannayeem958@gmail.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/naeemahmed958/

queenokunsanya

Hey,

My name is Queen. I'm an Occupational Therapist in England, UK. I'm looking to move to Vancouver Canada in the next year or so. I was wondering if there was anyone here that had moved to Canada in the past 2 years to work as an OT or knows someone else who has done? I am looking to start the assessment process called SEAs which we have to do now before sitting the national OT exam in canada. I'm just concerned about how to prep for the Competency assessment in SEAs and also how to prep for the national OT certification exams? There are a few things on the SEAs and CAOT website but it's not very explicit. I've downloaded some past questions for the national exam but my main concern is the competency assessment in the SEAs process.

Any suggestions will be helpful.

Thanks!

Queen

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