• Characteristics of community-based occupational therapy: Results of a Norwegian survey 

      Bonsaksen, Tore; Dolva, Anne-Stine; Horghagen, Sissel; Sveen, Unni; Hagby, Cathrine; Arntzen, Cathrine (Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2019-04-27)
      <i>Background</i> : Ongoing changes in healthcare delivery systems in Norway increasingly require community-based services, and the changes will likely affect the working conditions and opportunities for occupational therapists. <p> <p><i>Aim</i>: To characterize occupational therapy in community-based practice in Norway. <p> <p><i>Material and methods</i>: A cross-sectional, descriptive ...
    • Community-based occupational therapy in Norway: Content, dilemmas, and priorities 

      Arntzen, Cathrine; Sveen, Unni; Hagby, Cathrine; Bonsaksen, Tore; Dolva, Anne-Stine; Horghagen, Sissel (Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2019-01-11)
      Background: Profound changes in municipal health services, are calling for new models for community-based occupational therapy services. Objective: The aim of the study is to explore how Norwegian occupational therapists position themselves in relation to the tasks delivered. Method: Focus group interviews were conducted with ten community-based occupational therapists. Systematic text ...
    • Community-Working Occupational Therapists Serving as Fieldwork Supervisors: Characteristics and Associated Factors 

      Bonsaksen, Tore; Dolva, Anne-Stine; Horghagen, Sissel; Sveen, Unni; Hagby, Cathrine; Arntzen, Cathrine (Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2019-07-15)
      As enrollment numbers grow in occupational therapy academic programs in Norway, the need for more fieldwork placements and supervisors increases. More knowledge about factors of importance for occupational therapists’ decisions to take on the role of fieldwork supervisor may promote easier access to supervisors who are ready for the task, and it may assist in addressing the barriers for those who ...
    • Involvement in research and development projects among community-working occupational therapists in Norway 

      Bonsaksen, Tore; Dolva, Anne-Stine; Hagby, Cathrine; Sveen, Unni; Horghagen, Sissel; Thyness, Else Merete; Arntzen, Cathrine (Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2018-12-31)
      A cross-sectional descriptive survey was conducted (n = 561). Almost half of the participants took part in research and development projects. Being involved in research and development was associated with lower age, having further education, and higher levels of work experience. The current and prioritized research topics were reablement and assistive technology. The study implies that community-working ...
    • Perceived influence on service goals among community-working occupational therapists in Norway 

      Bonsaksen, Tore; Sveen, Unni; Dolva, Anne-Stine; Horghagen, Sissel; Thyness, Else Merete; Hagby, Cathrine; Arntzen, Cathrine (Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2018-11-22)
      <p><i>Aim</i>: This study aimed to assess the perceived influence that community-working occupational therapists in Norway have on the service goals of their respective organizations. In addition, we aimed to assess sociodemographic and work-related factors associated with the perceived level of influence.</p> <p><i>Methods</i>: A cross-sectional survey was distributed to occupational therapists ...