Overcoming Time Pressures in Occupational and Physical Therapy
Are you an Occupational Therapist (OT) or Physical Therapist (PT) struggling to find enough hours in the day? You're not alone.
We work with thousands of professionals in the rehabilitation and mobility sectors, and one common challenge we hear about is time management. The workload can be overwhelming, with back-to-back client assessments, administrative tasks, and liaising with families and funding providers.
Finding efficiency is essential, but often, cutting down on time means sacrificing accuracy—which is simply not an option when people’s quality of life is at stake.
The Time-Intensive Process of Bathroom Assessments
One of the most time-consuming aspects of an OT or PT's role is conducting home visits to assess bathrooms. These assessments require careful measurement of space, fixtures, and potential mobility solutions. The process often involves multiple visits, as therapists need to compare different equipment options, verify measurements, and ensure that everything will fit properly.
The challenge is that:
- Measurements need to be precise, as an incorrect assessment can lead to costly mistakes.
- Documentation takes time, especially when manually transferring notes to digital records.
- Revisits slow down the process, delaying essential mobility solutions for clients.
- For independent OTs and PTs, time is money, so inefficiencies impact their income directly.
How BathCheck Saves Time and Improves Accuracy
Real-World Time-Saving Scenarios
Scenario 1: Reducing Repeated Home Visits
Traditionally, an OT might visit a client's home, take manual measurements, and then return to the office to review product options. If discrepancies arise or additional details are needed, a follow-up visit is required. With BathCheck, all necessary measurements are taken in one go, dramatically reducing the need for repeat visits and speeding up the process of finding a suitable mobility solution.
Scenario 2: Faster Equipment Selection
Without BathCheck, OTs often spend considerable time cross-referencing measurements with available products, consulting manuals, and making phone calls to suppliers. The app’s built-in logic does this instantly, presenting only compatible transfer chair models and accessories, allowing professionals to move directly to the next steps.
Scenario 3: Improved Collaboration
For OTs working within larger healthcare teams, sharing assessment details can be cumbersome when relying on paper forms or disconnected digital tools. BathCheck enables instant sharing of detailed reports, including measurements and images, streamlining collaboration between therapists, suppliers, and funding bodies.
Scenario 4: Optimised Workflow for Independent OTs
For independent therapists running their own businesses, time is money. Spending hours manually compiling reports and submitting funding applications can cut into valuable client time. BathCheck automates report generation and securely stores assessments, freeing up hours each week that can be used for more client interactions or business growth.
To solve this problem, we developed BathCheck—a digital tool available for computers, tablets, and smartphones. It streamlines the bathroom assessment process, allowing OTs, PTs, and equipment providers to complete accurate evaluations in minutes, not hours.
Key Features of BathCheck:
Guided Assessment: The app acts as a wizard, walking users through a step-by-step process to measure key bathroom elements such as door width, shower access, toilet placement, and clearance space.
Built-In Logic: BathCheck applies conditional logic to match the user’s bathroom setup with the most suitable Showerbuddy transfer chair model.
Paperless Workflow: No more transcribing handwritten notes. The app stores data digitally, making it easy to reference, update, and share with healthcare providers or funding organisations.
Instant Report Generation: Create a comprehensive assessment report, including photos and key measurements, which can be securely stored and sent to equipment partners or funding bodies.
Error Reduction: Automated calculations reduce human error, ensuring that the right equipment is prescribed the first time.
The Impact of BathCheck on Healthcare Providers
Since its launch, BathCheck has revolutionised how bathroom mobility assessments are conducted. Professionals using the app have reported:
- Faster assessments, allowing for more home visits per day.
- Greater confidence in prescribing mobility solutions, leading to better client outcomes.
- Seamless communication with equipment providers, expediting the ordering process.
- Fewer errors and reworks, saving time and resources.
Recognised Innovation in Assistive Technology
In recognition of its impact, BathCheck received the 2022 ATSA Innovation Award for Australian Innovative Product of the Year. This accolade reflects our commitment to providing cutting-edge digital solutions that support OTs and PTs in delivering the highest standard of care.
The Future of Bathroom Mobility Assessments
BathCheck is more than just an app; it is part of a broader ecosystem designed to enhance independence and dignity for people with mobility challenges. By reducing the time burden on healthcare professionals, it allows them to focus on what matters most: helping clients regain their quality of life.
Get Started with BathCheck
Save time, improve accuracy, and streamline your assessments with BathCheck. Whether you're an OT, PT, or mobility equipment provider, this powerful tool helps you work more efficiently while ensuring the best outcomes for your clients. The app is available for download on both Google Play and the Apple App Store:
Download BathCheck today and experience a smarter, faster way to conduct bathroom mobility assessments.
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