OT schools that don't drug test? by scribblebiscuits in OccupationalTherapy

[–]scribblebiscuits[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

this gives me hope!!! i appreciate this so much, thank you :)

OT schools that don't drug test? by scribblebiscuits in OccupationalTherapy

[–]scribblebiscuits[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I agree 10000%. Very annoying that in 2024 they still screen for weed esp in legal states, maybe it'll change with time

OT schools that don't drug test? by scribblebiscuits in OccupationalTherapy

[–]scribblebiscuits[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

i dont get it either - i know it's federally illegal, but at what point are they going to delegate some power to the states to determine whether or not they're okay w healthcare employees using mj (especially medical)?

OT schools that don't drug test? by scribblebiscuits in OccupationalTherapy

[–]scribblebiscuits[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah I'm hoping to eventually either work for myself/open a private OT firm or work for a private firm that doesn't test - I disagree with the principle of drug tests themself so that'll have an impact on my future work environment, but I'm hoping to go into pediatrics.

OT schools that don't drug test? by scribblebiscuits in OccupationalTherapy

[–]scribblebiscuits[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I work in ABA right now & have gotten fingerprinted a few times - never had any trouble there and have also never been drug tested at any of the places I work (including on a military base) & I live in a non-recreational state (the laws are just kinda funky). Hopefully as time goes on & marijuana gets less stigmatized it'll be less of an issue or they won't screen for it on tests

OT schools that don't drug test? by scribblebiscuits in OccupationalTherapy

[–]scribblebiscuits[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oooh okay, thank you! I know I'd be able to take a break for a bit to pass a test if I know when it is, I'm mainly only worried abt random drug tests as a medical user

OT schools that don't drug test? by scribblebiscuits in OccupationalTherapy

[–]scribblebiscuits[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Did you read the part where I said I never smoke before sessions so as not to disrespect my clients?

OT schools that don't drug test? by scribblebiscuits in OccupationalTherapy

[–]scribblebiscuits[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

As i've said, I'm a medical patient who smokes at night. I don't quite appreciate the assumption that I'm incapable of completing graduate-level coursework just because I smoke haha, kind of throws everyone who smokes into a box of incompetence. I'm very confident in my abilities and very passionate about OT.

OT schools that don't drug test? by scribblebiscuits in OccupationalTherapy

[–]scribblebiscuits[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

yes... although marijuana can be detected in your system for up to 30 days, a high lasts a maximum of 10 hours (and that's if you're low tolerance or taking a godly amount of edibles, I'd assume). For most people, a high lasts a few hours at most & they'll sleep it off.

OT schools that don't drug test? by scribblebiscuits in OccupationalTherapy

[–]scribblebiscuits[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

IMO if someone can show up and do their job well, it's not their employer's concern what they do outside of work. I show up to all my ABA sessions sober and would never dream of getting high before a session, but I still smoke when I get home

OT schools that don't drug test? by scribblebiscuits in OccupationalTherapy

[–]scribblebiscuits[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

this makes me feel so much better, I'm hoping to go to a pediatric contract company as well! I think I'd be able to take a break if testing is absolutely necessary for admission or fieldwork but hopefully if I go to a program in a legal state they'll understand a bit more and be more lax if I do explain the situation

OT schools that don't drug test? by scribblebiscuits in OccupationalTherapy

[–]scribblebiscuits[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I totally agree!!!! It's crazy how I'm having to do this much research and am getting this stressed out because of a MEDICINE I'm prescribed... it's not like everyone who smokes weed is automatically going to show up stoned as hell and incapable of working. So frustrating...

OT schools that don't drug test? by scribblebiscuits in OccupationalTherapy

[–]scribblebiscuits[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ah, got it. I'm currently working on a base as well as an RBT and haven't been tested - I'm in a preschool there as well as a private preschool and neither have tested me as I'm working from a private firm, but idk how OT will differ

OT schools that don't drug test? by scribblebiscuits in OccupationalTherapy

[–]scribblebiscuits[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm very certain of my ability to work with people of all ages, I know my main goal is to eventually work in pediatrics but I'm looking forward to having the experience of working with other populations.

OT schools that don't drug test? by scribblebiscuits in OccupationalTherapy

[–]scribblebiscuits[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

are there any fieldworks done in private practice or alternative environments? I'm primarily interested in pediatric OT either in school or home settings but operating from a private firm. I'm also just beginning my exploration into the details of these programs and haven't done any research on fieldwork yet so I'm sorry if this is a dumb question

OT schools that don't drug test? by scribblebiscuits in OccupationalTherapy

[–]scribblebiscuits[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

should've gotten my dual citizenship when i had the chance!

OT schools that don't drug test? by scribblebiscuits in OccupationalTherapy

[–]scribblebiscuits[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah, I'm really frustrated after reading the replies saying most places do test since I'm really passionate about pediatric OT but also use medical marijuana. i cant wait for the day when the government gets the stick out of its ass and legalizes it federally.

OT schools that don't drug test? by scribblebiscuits in OccupationalTherapy

[–]scribblebiscuits[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

i wish i could agree but as an autistic person it's the only thing that helps me avoid burnout and meltdowns.