Career Pathways of the OT Academic Fieldwork Coordinator: Exploring Recruitment, Retention, & Attrition Transition Factors

Key Points

• Factors influencing career pathways of academic fieldwork coordinators highlight significant recruitment challenges, and retention issues.
• The study reveals that preparation for and maintenance of role competency are critical for success in this position, affecting retention.
• Mixed-methods approach captures both qualitative and quantitative data to explore the complexities of this essential role in academia.
• Understanding these dynamics is vital for improving recruitment and retention, ultimately enhancing the role's effectiveness in occupational therapy.