Why telehealth OT?

Telehealth OT increases access to services Australia wide.

Accessing occupational therapy services in Australia can be challenging, especially in regions with limited health services, such rural and remote areas, where there are fewer healthcare providers, and the demand for services often outstrips supply.

Shortage of Occupational Therapists

• Rural and Remote Areas: Many OTs are concentrated in urban areas, leaving rural and remote communities underserved. In some regions, individuals might have to travel long distances to access services, which can be both time-consuming and expensive.

• Workforce Gaps: There's a national shortage of allied health professionals, including OTs. This can result in long wait times or the unavailability of services.

Waitlists for OT services

• Limited Resources: Public healthcare systems (such as those provided through Medicare) often have limited budgets and resources. As a result, there can be long waitlists for non-urgent occupational therapy services, sometimes stretching several months.

• Prioritization: Due to the demand for services, waitlists tend to prioritize people with more severe conditions, which may mean that individuals with less critical needs are placed on longer waiting times.