INSTOPP was founded in 1998. Our mission is to:
SERVE
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Providing a professional organisation for Occupational Therapists in private practice in the Republic of South Africa
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Promoting co-operation amongst Occupational Therapists in private practice, both nationally and internationally and with other health professional groups
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Providing a soundboard to private practitioners on ethical dilemmas
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Providing mentorship in building and managing a private practice
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Supporting private practitioners during forensic reviews
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Through partners, negotiating with medical schemes, medical scheme administrators, managed care organisations and Council for Medical Schemes (CMS)
INFORM
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Publish news through a variety of channels, such as newsletters, WhatsApp groups and social media
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Facilitate the exchange of information and publications to promote research in specialised areas of practice
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The public and colleagues of the role of OT on social media platforms
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Provide educational and practical guidance and information on aspects of private practice through courses and workshops
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Sustain a structure of electronic information on aspects of private practice including publications of government affecting private sector
REPRESENT
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In industry related meetings through our partners
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In meetings with funders
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Advocate for realistic fee structures
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With regards to coordinated care and alternative reimbursement models for OTs
DEVELOP
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Ensuring continuous professional education pertaining to the private practitioner, by offering courses which promote a high standard of:
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Therapeutic intervention
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Efficient practice management
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Professional behaviour
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Ethics of the profession
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To re-evaluate and promote minimum standards for starting a private practice
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To promote mentorship
ACCOUNT
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Maintaining a directory of full paid up members of the Institute
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Investing in recognised financial institutions, those monies of the Institute that is not required for immediate use.
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Making money available for fellowships, study grants, travel allowances or awards of a similar nature to members of the Institute as decided by the Board.
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To promote community work
