Code of Ethics
Code of Ethics
This Code describes the general categories of appropriate conduct for occupational therapists in any professional circumstance. It is understood that each member association will have a detailed code of ethics particular to its needs.
Personal Attributes
Occupational therapists demonstrate personal integrity, reliability, open-mindedness and loyalty in all aspect of their profession.
Responsibility towards the Recipient of Occupational Therapy Services
Occupational therapists approach all persons receiving their services with respect and have regard for their individual situations. Occupational therapists shall not discriminate against these persons on the basis of race, colour, impairment, disability, national origin, age, gender, sexual preference, religion, political beliefs or status in society.
The values, preferences, and ability to participate of persons receiving occupational therapy will be taken into account in providing services.
Confidentiality of the persons' personal information is guaranteed and any personal details are passed on only with that person's consent.
Professional Conduct in Collaborative Practice
Occupational therapists recognize the need for inter-professional collaboration and respect the unique contributions of other professions. Occupational therapists' contribution to interprofessional collaboration is based on occupational performance as it affects the health and well-being of people
Developing Professional Knowledge
Occupational therapists participate in professional development through life-long learning and apply their acquired knowledge and skills in their professional work which is based on the best available evidence.
When participating in research occupational therapists respect the ethical implications involved.
Promotion and Development
Occupational therapists are committed to the improvement and development of the profession in general. They are also concerned with ethically promoting occupational therapy to the public, other professional organizations and government bodies at regional, national and international levels.
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