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If I become an occupational therapist, will I get to choose some of my hours?

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David’s Answer

as corriene says, it depends on your job setting. Many OTs inn hospitals, nursing homes and schools work a 40 hour week but many of these same places hire contract or part time staff; you can say how much you want to work but the facility may dictate the hours. At some nursing homes/rehab centers it depends on the patient case load; when the work is done, you go home no matter how many hours. I am a contractor in home health OT and I have complete control of my schedule - I can accept as many patients as I want to and schedule them as I (and the patients) want, no control from the agency.
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Corinne’s Answer

Working as an OT really depends on the job setting and how many hours you want to get paid for. As a contractor you have more flexibility to choose schedule , but again it depends on the needs of the setting ...........most I know work more than 40 hours to make more money.
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Kaitlyn’s Answer

Yes, in many cases you can have some choice in your hours. It depends on the setting you work in. Hospitals often run on set schedules, so you may work regular shifts. Outpatient clinics and schools usually follow daytime hours. Home health and private practice can offer more flexibility. I know therapists who love early mornings so they can finish by mid-afternoon. Others prefer longer days with more time off later in the week. Some even build their own schedules once they gain experience. So while you may not always control every detail, you do have options. As you grow in the field, you’ll find a schedule that fits your lifestyle.
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