Ep. 2 - Getting Back to DAILY Functions: Occupational Therapy with Jessica Kahn

Career on Course w/ Scott Jeffrey Miller

In this episode of Career on Course, host Scott Miller interviews Jessica Khan, an occupational therapist and founder of Blue Sky Therapeutics. They discuss what occupational therapy is, the different settings OTs work in, the education and skills required, pros and cons of the career, future outlook, and Jessica's advice for those considering becoming an OT.
Key Discussion Points:
- What occupational therapy is and the range of people/conditions OTs treat
- The education required - undergraduate degree, prerequisite courses, and a master's or doctoral degree
- Settings OTs work in like hospitals, schools, nursing homes, private practices
- Difference between occupational therapy and physical therapy
- Pros like building relationships with patients and families
- Cons like insurance reimbursement challenges, productivity demands leading to burnout
- Income ranges and ways to increase earnings
- Future outlook of increased barriers around insurance but also new interventions and research
Guest Bio:
Jessica Khan is an occupational therapist who founded Blue Sky Therapeutics, a pediatric private practice. She has over 20 years of experience working with children and adults in hospitals, schools, and outpatient facilities. Jessica treats patients with physical, cognitive, behavioral and emotional limitations.

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