Collaboration and Interdisciplinary Teamwork: Collaborate closely with other healthcare professionals, such as Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs), physical therapists, speech-language pathologists, nurses, and physicians, to coordinate holistic care plans that address the multifaceted needs of patients. Heres an outline of the primary responsibilities of an Occupational Therapist: Evaluation and Assessment: Conduct comprehensive evaluations to assess the functional status, strengths, and limitations of patients across various settings, including physical, cognitive, sensory, and emotional aspects.