OTA & PTA PERFORMANCE-BASED LAB EVALUATION: GLOBAL RATING

SCALE

Student: Ashleigh cole Scenario# Rater:

Durham College OTA/PTA

Program

Lee, P., Koseck, K., Mirco, C., Dickinson, D. & Tavares, W. (2014). OTA & PTA Performance-Based Global
Rating Scale. unpublished.
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ACCOUNTABILITY & Very Good Good Satisfactory Needs Unsatisfactory

PROFESSIONALISM Improvement or Unsafe

Individual’s overall ability to behave in a professional manner. Personal presentation: student wears appropriate attire with name identifier
and is well groomed. Greets client and confirms their identity. Obtains informed consent by introducing self (name and discipline),
explaining what treatment will be provided and why, and receives permission. Client is treated with respect and dignity (e.g. draping).
Performs assigned duties as instructed within capabilities.

I think I should score very good because I dressed and acted professionally through the whole session. I had
scrubs on, my hair pulled back, and my name badge on. I confirmed identity and received consent before
continuing, and throughout the session.

PREPARATION Very Good Good Satisfactory Needs Unsatisfactory

Client and Improvement or Unsafe
Environment

Performs environmental scan of treatment area and ensures personal and client safety. Uses standard precautions and general sanitization
techniques. All treatment materials are well planned, prepared and organized. Uses effective time management in preparing client, self and
environment. Client is well positioned for treatment. Uses good body mechanics. Good flow throughout the session.

I would rate myself good, I performed hand hygiene, I attempted to lower the table, but instead moved her to the
other table which was better at her level, and made sure her brakes her on. I think I could have connected the two
sections better to create better flow throughout the session.

TREATMENT Very Good Good Satisfactory Needs Unsatisfactory

IMPLEMENTATION Improvement or Unsafe

Explanation and rationale is provided for treatment activities. Selection of treatment tasks are linked to client’s condition and goals.
Treatment components are carried out using safe, effective and efficient techniques. Client is the focus throughout treatment, not just the
task itself. Monitors client performance and response to treatment. Provides reinforcement, support and constructive feedback.

I gave myself good in this section, I connected what we were learning to her daily life and gave good rationale. I
monitored the client to ensure they understood the information by asking questions.

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Lee, P., Koseck, K., Mirco, C., Dickinson, D. & Tavares, W. (2014). OTA & PTA Performance-Based Global Rating Scale. unpublished.
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CRITICAL Very Good Good Satisfactory Needs Unsatisfactory
THINKING Improvement or Unsafe
PROBLEM SOLVING &
JUDGEMENT
Demonstrates awareness of the need to grade or modified activities to provide “just the right challenge”. Identifies problems as they arise.
Determines options recognizing risks and benefits, and implements strategies to correct problems. Re-evaluates and revises strategies as
required.
I rated myself good in this section, I thought about the table and moved her to a better one, I got her to put brakes
on. I recognised that they cushion was too inflated and that may be her cause of buttocks pain, and deflated to
proper depth, when I couldn’t get to the cushion from the back so I took the arm rest off in order to get a better feel.

COMMUNICATION Very Good Good Satisfactory Needs Unsatisfactory

Verbal and Non- Improvement or Unsafe
Verbal
Clearly and accurately exchanges information. Engages in conversation to build rapport. Uses communication techniques and language
suited the client. Checks on the client’s understanding of information and adjusts strategies to meet client’s needs. Responds to client’s
questions and concerns using effective listening skills, empathy. Verbal and non-verbal are congruent. Brings session to a close (asks for
questions and describes next steps).

In the communication section I gave myself a good, I tried by best to make the education more of a dialog, but
should have done more conversation. I should have slowed down and not talked so fast. I asked frequent
questions, but should have asked her specific questions about what we had learned to make sure she learned.

5 – Very Good Delivery …………..… Performs to standard consistently. Demonstrates a high standard of performance that is
consistently safe and effective. Could be used as a positive example for others. Highly
recommended for progression.
4 – Good Delivery …………………… Most often performs to standard. Performance has very minor error(s) or omission(s) that did
not detract from the safety and effectiveness of the activity/exercise. Ready for progression.
3- Satisfactory Delivery ……. …….. Performance meets minimum standards. Errors or omissions do not compromise safety or
effectiveness. Meets minimum standards for progression. A few areas could be improved.
2 – Needs Improvement……………. Performance does not meet minimum standards. Errors or omissions compromised the
effectiveness of activity/exercise. Inconsistently performed, performance does not meet standards.
Significant improvement is needed before consideration for supervised patient care practice or
progression.

1 – Unsatisfactory/ Unsafe …......…. Performance indicates cause for concern. Performance is unsafe, ineffective and/or inappropriate.
Errors or omissions
compromise safety and/or significantly reduces treatment effectiveness. A potential for
compromised patient outcome or patient harm. Considerable improvement and remediation is
needed. Is not ready for supervised patient care practice or progression.

On the chart below: Enter the corresponding numerical value earned for each category.

Lee, P., Koseck, K., Mirco, C., Dickinson, D. & Tavares, W. (2014). OTA & PTA Performance-Based Global Rating Scale. unpublished.
OTA & PTA PERFORMANCE-BASED LAB EVALUATION: GLOBAL RATING SCALE
ACCOUNTABILITY PREPARATION TREATMENT CRITICAL COMMUNICATION
& IMPLEMENTATION
Client and THINKING Verbal and Non-
PROFESSIONALISM TOTAL
Environment Judgement & Verbal

Problem
Solving

5 4 4 4 4 21
Other
Comments:

I think overall I did well, there were a few small changes I would make if I were to do it
again, but am happy with how I did.

Lee, P., Koseck, K., Mirco, C., Dickinson, D. & Tavares, W. (2014). OTA & PTA Performance-Based Global Rating Scale. unpublished.