Send us a text This week I am joined by the wonderful Chris Antartis, the director of Rebel Recruitment, as he unravels the secrets of successful allied health recruitment. We dive into hot topics of: Starting your job hunt, LinkedIn, the benefits of using a recruitment consultant and so much more! Chris can be contacted through: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-antartis-recruitment/ https://rebelrecruitment.com.au/ Happy Listening!...
Nov 07, 2023•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 44
Send us a text Welcome back to episode 43 of Holly the OT podcast! Today's episode is with the wonderful Clare Batkin from Your OT Tutor. Clare and I chat all things student placement, how to be a great clinical supervisor, navigating the NDIS as a new grad, the role of universities in preventing early year burnout and SO much more. Clare shares about some exciting things in the works at YOTT so go and check her out! https://yott.au/ As always this episode is brought to you by In Reach Co. (www....
Nov 03, 2023•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 43
Send us a text Welcome back to Holly the OT Podcast! Today's Therapist Talks episode is with the incredible Justin Boulos, who is the face behind Wheelieworx. Justin and I talk all things AT and Wheelchair prescription, the anatomy you need to know, tips for working with suppliers, good PD if you want to get into equipment and SO much more. Check Justin out at: https://www.instagram.com/wheelieworx/ As always this episode is brought to you by In Reach Co. (www.inreachco.com.au). Happy Listening!...
Oct 24, 2023•58 min•Season 1Ep. 42
Send us a text Welcome back to another episode of Holly the OT! This weeks episode is another Questionable ep - your questions, my questionable answers. 1. Is travelling instead of starting my new grad year a good idea? 2. How to answer other students when you are on a school visit and they are asking why they can't come to OT 3. Is getting cold feet about a job normal?...
Oct 17, 2023•26 min•Season 1Ep. 41
Send us a text G'day guys - welcome back to Holly the OT podcast! Today's episode is with the incredible Liv Stuchbery. Liv is an incredible OT who has been working for the past 18 months. In this time she has learnt the power of her own regulation in supporting families, how to truly collaborate with the families you are supporting and tackling intrusive thoughts as an OT. Liv shares about how she left her first role after a chance LinkedIn message, and how a no strings attached chat led to the...
Sep 24, 2023•1 hr 25 min•Season 1Ep. 39
Send us a text G'day guys, welcome back to another episode of Holly the OT! This weeks episode is all about the questions you should be asking in your interview for your new graduate position! I cover understanding what really is a "new graduate program", how you can better understand what support is being offered to you, asking about pay and more! As always this episode is brought to you by In Reach Co. (www.inreachco.com.au). Happy Listening...
Sep 06, 2023•43 min•Season 1Ep. 38
Send us a text G'day legends. Episode 37 of the podcast is here with absolute legend of an OT, Maddie Doyle. Maddie is based in the Hunter Region (NSW), and is incredibly experienced across a heap of OT areas. Maddie shares her journey to become an OT after being told she would never get in, and how her career has progressed from there. Maddie shares some tips for the new grad job hunt, and how she found her self dealing with imposter syndrome as she stepped into a leadership position. Follow Ma...
Aug 30, 2023•59 min•Season 1Ep. 37
Send us a text G'day guys! Welcome back to another episode of Holly the OT. Thanks so much for tuning in. This weeks episode is "Questionable". Your questions - my questionable advice. This weeks focus is all about NEW GRADS. I cover: - Ahpra rego - What to look for in a workplace - Billables - Pay - What questions you might be asked in an interview, and more! As always, this episode is brought to you by In Reach Co. (www.inreachco.com.au) Episodes mentioned: Nailing the Interview: https://open....
Aug 22, 2023•36 min•Season 1Ep. 36
Send us a text G'day guys and welcome back to another ep of Holly the OT podcast! Today's episode is a quick rapid fire of things you can do to combat burnout: 1. Stop Apologizing 2. Verbalize your boundaries 3. Make the most of your supervision 4. Prioritize you OUTSIDE OF OT As always, this episode is brought to you by In Reach Co. (www.inreachco.com.au). Follow me on Instagram: www.instagram.com/hollytheot_podcast...
Aug 16, 2023•25 min•Season 1Ep. 35
Send us a text Hey guys! Welcome back to another episode of Holly the OT! I am so excited to have the wonderful Rob Martinez on today's episode. Rob is my old boss, and the owner of Outback Therapy and Raymond Terrace Therapy. Rob shares his journey of becoming a Physiotherapist, his challenges as a New Graduate, what lead him to opening up 2 businesses and some exciting opportunities. Follow Outback Therapy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/outback.therapy/ Follow Raymond Terrace Therapy ...
Aug 11, 2023•1 hr 5 min
Send us a text Welcome back to another episode of Holly the OT! This week, I am chatting with Kaya Lyons and Lee Maitz; two incredible powerhouse OT's. Kaya and Lee are bringing the Body Mind Spirit tour around the country and you should definitely check it out. Separately and together, Kaya and Lee are doing incredibly innovative and person focused things across the OT profession. We are so lucky to have them. https://leemaitzot.com/ https://www.activespot.com.au/kaya-lyons/ https://www.instagr...
Jul 13, 2023•59 min•Season 1Ep. 33
Send us a text Welcome back to another episode of Holly the OT! Today's episode is with the wonderful Sarah and Elisa from Bambini Health. Sarah and Elisa are changing the game for private practice and are leading the way in truly supportive and welcoming workplaces. They are so passionate about what they are doing, and I could listen to them chat all day! If you want to follow Bambini on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bambinihealth/ Bambini Website: https://www.bambinihealth.com.au/ To ge...
Jul 07, 2023•1 hr 5 min•Season 1Ep. 32
Send us a text Welcome back to another episode of questionable! My questionable answers to your questions! Today's questions: - Any tips for going to on a school visit for the first time - How to feel more comfortable working with kids + some thoughts on making education settings and workplaces more accessible for Neurodivergent OT's Send me your voice memos over on the gram if you want to be featured on the pod or send me a DM to submit your next question. https://www.instagram.com/hollytheot_p...
Jun 29, 2023•28 min
Send us a text Welcome to episode 30 of Holly the OT! This weeks episode is with Natalia from Inside Out OT. Natalia shares lots of insightful information on Imposter Syndrome, her own regulation journey and more! To follow Natalia on the gram: https://www.instagram.com/insideoutot To follow me on the gram: https://www.instagram.com/hollytheot_pod The link to the Overcome Imposter Syndrome Mastercourse: https://www.insideoutot.com.au/challenge-page/d2212bff-f85b-4936-bf0e-96291430692e As always,...
Jun 22, 2023•43 min•Season 1Ep. 30
Send us a text On this episode I chat with the wonderful Chloe Pascoe, a second year OT student who is also working as a SP AHA. Chloe just got back from an international placement in Tonga, where she had some life changing opportunities. Chloe is so lovely and so insightful, so I think you'll love this chat. Follow Chloe on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chloep.ot Follow Brad on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebe.comingcollective/ Follow me on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/...
Jun 14, 2023•39 min
Send us a text Welcome back to another episode of Holly the OT ! This week I give a little update on life as I move across the country and share my Top 5 things to pack in my therapy bag. If you are just here for the content, feel free to skip to 9:14 to avoid my long ramble. Follow me on instagram www.instragram.com/hollytheot_podcast.
Jun 01, 2023•25 min•Season 1Ep. 28
Send us a text Hello!! Welcome back to another episode of Holly The OT. I am SO excited to share this weeks episode with you, the incredible Dave Jereb. Dave shared all about his journey to becoming and OT, how Move About OT was born, the power of connection in the workplace and the importance of knowing your values as a new grad. Dave is such an incredible advocate for all OT's, but new graduates especially and I hope you LOVE this chat. Link to the "Is this workplace working for me" checklist:...
May 15, 2023•1 hr 1 min
Send us a text Welcome back to another episode of Holly the OT! This weeks episode is a highly requested episode on teaching Interoception. DISCLAIMER: I AM NOT AN EXPERT. This is just what I have found works with my clients. For incredible research and ideas check out https://www.kelly-mahler.com/ . This episode is brought to you by In Reach Co. (www.inreachco.com.au). Follow me on Instagram (www.instagram.com/hollytheot_podcast) Happy Listening...
May 13, 2023•34 min•Season 1Ep. 26
Send us a text Hey Legends! Welcome back to another episode of Holly the OT! Introducing a new episode where I answer your questions with questionable advice! I never claim to have all the answers, but always do my best to be honest! This weeks questions: 1. How do I bring up getting a diagnosis with a family? 2. How can I use strengths-based language in NDIS reporting when deficit based language is better for funding? 3. What billable hours should I have as a new graduate? Send in your question...
May 03, 2023•29 min
Send us a text Todays episode is with the wonderful Beth Eden, my co -worker and one of my dearest friends. Beth is a Speech Pathologist who is equally as passionate about rural health as I am. A barrel of laughs as always, thank you Beth. Follow Beth on Instagram at www.instagram.com/beth.slp Follow me on Instagram at www.instagram.com/hollytheot_podcast Follow Outback Therapy on Instagram at www.instagram.com/outback.therapy As always, this podcast is brought to you by In Reach Co., Australia'...
Apr 24, 2023•37 min•Season 1Ep. 24
Send us a text Episode 23 is with all round legend, Dave Parsons! Dave comes from a hand therapy background, is now a University lecturer at Curtin University and well rounded researcher. Dave and I chat all about how he found himself in each of these roles, how to get involved in research and education early in your career and some ways on dealing with having so many projects going on! If you want to get in contact with Dave, you can search him on google! ;) Or you can contact him through Linke...
Apr 17, 2023•1 hr 3 min•Season 1Ep. 23
Send us a text HOWDY GUYS! On todays episode, we have got the absolute LEGEND Brock Cook unpacking all things OT with me. Brock has been such a huge support of my podcast from the get go and I feel so lucky to record this episode with him. Follow Brock on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/occupiedpodcast/ Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hollytheot_podcast/ As always, todays episode is proudly sponsored by In Reach Co. (www.inreachco.com.au) Happy Listening!...
Mar 28, 2023•1 hr 6 min•Season 1Ep. 22
Send us a text This weeks episode I am joined by the wonderful Steph Robertson, and we are talking all things neurodiversity, new grads and more! Steph is such a ray of sunshine, and SO passionate about what she does. Steph is an incredible advocate and is making waves in the NDA community. Follow Steph on instragram here: https://www.instagram.com/sgroccupationaltherapy/ Follow me on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/hollytheot_podcast/ As always, this episode is brought to you by In Re...
Mar 03, 2023•56 min•Season 1Ep. 21
Send us a text Therapist Talks is back with the incredible Lauren Hart! Lauren is an experienced OT who runs her own business Optimal Living Therapy , who specialise in SDA's and SIL's in the NDIS space. Lauren has recently launched OTuition, an online learning platform to upskill OT's in the world of NDIS. Lauren is a ball of knowledge and I loved this chat. https://optimaltherapy.com.au/ https://www.otuition.com.au/ Follow me on instagram: www.instagram.com/hollytheot_podcast As always this ep...
Feb 23, 2023•57 min•Season 1Ep. 20
Send us a text Part 2 of the NDIS series, answering your questions! 1. Best way to learn about the NDIS? 2. How to support consumable purchases 3. How can Acute OT's support Community OT's 4. What to do if you aren't happy with funds in a plan (plan review, change of circumstances etc.) 5. Best assessments to use for a paediatric OT report Thanks so much to everyone who sent in questions! NDIS Training: https://verveot.com.au/ot-training/ https://www.otuition.com.au/ Follow me on Instagram: www....
Feb 19, 2023•27 min
Send us a text Today's episode is all about the NDIS! This is a 2 part series. The first episode is all about different words, people and money involved in the NDIS. The next part is going to be answering all of your questions about the NDIS. Links to things mentioned in the show: NDIS OT Providers FB group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/169374070225641 NDIS Page: https://www.ndis.gov.au/providers/pricing-arrangements Holly the OT Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/hollytheot_podcast/ A...
Feb 16, 2023•38 min
Send us a text Today's episode is with the wonderful Alaskah Hindry (Alaskah_OT). Alaskah shares all about her 7 year journey to becoming an Occupational Therapist, and we touch on the challenges of online learning, having her beautiful daughter in her 3rd year of uni and the transition to being a New Grad. You can follow Alaskah on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/alaskah_ot/ Check out Alaskah's Etsy Store here: https://www.etsy.com/shop/AlaskahOTshop Follow me on Instagram here: https...
Jan 22, 2023•33 min•Season 1Ep. 17
Send us a text Launching the STUDENT SERIES!! A series of interviews with current OT students, talking all things uni, subjects, placements, plans for the future....all the good stuff!! Today I am interviewing Chloe Hunter, who is a second year Bachelor of Occupational Therapy Student at the University of Canberra. Chloe is a bundle of joy and shares how she went from studying AHA at tafe to being enrolled in her dream course at uni. Find Chloe on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chloeaspiri...
Jan 14, 2023•36 min•Season 1Ep. 16
Send us a text Happy New Year! Welcome back for the first episode of 2023. Today's guest is the wonderful Megan Kummerow. Megan is an OT turned business owner, and we talk all things life as a new grad and how she ended up owning a successful business. Megan is honest, and wants to make sure other OT's don't end up in the same situation she was. Today's episode as always is brought to you by inreachco. (www.inreachco.com.au) Check out my instagram --> www.instagram.com/hollytheot_podcast List...
Jan 07, 2023•44 min•Season 1Ep. 15
Send us a text Today's episode is very proudly brought to you by inreach.co, Australia's first regional, rural and remote allied health job platform. Sign up for free here --> www.inreachco.com.au Today's chat with Ella Parnell, known on the IG as the.artsy.ot is empowering and motivating for new grads! Ella shares her less than ideal start to being an occupational therapist, and how she overcame this by building a strong Instagram community. Ella is holding a masterclass on the 16th of Decem...
Dec 13, 2022•40 min
