Fast Intelligent Care

In the final episode of our series with Rebecca Small, Chanelle and Rebecca explore how occupational therapists can plan for changing needs without losing sight of where the client is today.
Rebecca shares her approach to future-proofing assistive technology for progressive neurological conditions, including why clinicians should “walk beside” the client while still looking ahead. They also discuss building trust, introducing conversations about future needs, maintaining client choice, involving family, and the skills OTs need as assistive technology continues to evolve.
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In this episode, Chanelle and Rebecca Small explore why understanding the person behind the prescription is essential when recommending assistive technology.
Together, they discuss the value of lived experience, meaningful occupations, client choice, and clinical reasoning in finding the right solution. Rebecca shares why effective assistive technology should support what matters to the individual and enable greater participation in everyday life.
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In this episode, Chanelle is joined by Rebecca Small, Lecturer at the University of Sydney, Head of Clinical Development in Neuro and Assistive Technology at Optimum Health Solutions, and Clinical Educator at Allied Health Warrior, to explore how early-career OTs can build confidence in assistive technology without feeling they need to know every product.
Together, they discuss the importance of clinical reasoning, mentorship, ongoing learning, and understanding the person beyond the equipment. Rebecca shares practical advice for developing AT knowledge and explains why confidence grows through asking questions, using your networks, and gaining experience in practice.
A valuable conversation for new graduates, early-career OTs, and clinicians looking to strengthen their confidence in assistive technology.
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In this episode, Chanelle is joined by Rebecca Small, Lecturer at the University of Sydney, Head of Clinical Development in Neuro and Assistive Technology at Optimum Health Solutions, and Clinical Educator at Allied Health Warrior.
Rebecca shares the personal and professional experiences that shaped her journey into occupational therapy and sparked her passion for neurological care, assistive technology, and clinical education. Together, Chanelle and Rebecca explore how experience influences clinical practice, the importance of recognising your scope as a clinician, and the value of ongoing learning and education in building confidence.
It’s an insightful conversation about finding your area of passion, developing as an OT, and using knowledge and assistive technology to support better outcomes.
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In the final episode of our series, Natasha Nutt, Occupational Therapist and Director of Movementum, shares practical advice on avoiding common equipment prescription mistakes. Together with Chanelle, they discuss clinical reasoning, looking beyond a client's "best day", and choosing manual handling equipment that supports safer, more sustainable outcomes.
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