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Nancy M. Bernier, Occupational Therapy Assistant (contractor), Occupational Therapy Department, Walter Reed Army Medical Center, Washington, DC

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Nancy Bernier

"I chose to become an occupational therapy (OT) assistant because 12 years ago I had breast cancer and saw first-hand the benefit that the OT assistant gave to the patient."

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Assist occupational therapists in providing occupational therapy treatments and procedures. May, in accordance with state laws, assist in development of treatment plans, carry out routine functions, direct activity programs, and document the progress of treatments. Generally requires formal training.

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