What inherent structural feature of Occupational Therapy (OT) sessions contributes to schedule flexibility?

Sessions are typically 30 to 60 minutes long, allowing for built-in breaks between appointments.

Therapy careers, including Occupational Therapy (OT), Physical Therapy (PT), and Speech-Language Pathology, share a characteristic work structure that enhances day-to-day management of time. Unlike continuous patient monitoring required in acute inpatient units, therapy sessions are typically brief, lasting between 30 to 60 minutes. This structure inherently provides built-in breaks between scheduled appointments. This segmented work style means that even during a standard workday, the moment-to-moment demands feel less continuous and intense compared to roles requiring non-stop acute care vigilance, thus indirectly supporting better work-life balance and self-scheduling feasibility.