Volkert, Anita

Anita Volkert

Lecturer in Occupational Therapy
Department of Occupational Therapy, and Human Nutrition & Dietetics
Anita joined the teaching team from a varied background in occupational therapy, having worked in policy and leadership roles, as well as lecturing in occupational therapy in both Australia and the UK. Anita has also worked in a wide range of clinical settings as both a practitioner and manager within the NHS, and in Australia. Anita is registered with HCPC in the UK and with AHPRA in Australia; and is a member of the Royal College of Occupational Therapists and Occupational Therapy Australia. Anita is an Associate Fellow of the Higher Education Academy.

Anita’s current research and publication interests are in academic subject excellence; health workforce trends and needs, particularly the impact of technology and workforce support needs; and the potential for occupation to be a tool for wellbeing across large populations. Anita was a key contributor to the 2018 occupational therapy textbook Dancza, K. and Rodger, S. eds., 2018. Implementing occupation-centred practice: A practical guide for occupational therapy practice learning. Routledge.

Anita is also a member of the Australian Rehabilitation and Assistive Technology Association, having served on their Board during 2019. Anita is co-convener of the Occupational Therapy Australia’s inaugural 2020 Occupational Therapy Practice Exchange, which will take place in September 2020, and is part of Occupational Therapy Australia’s mentorship scheme as a mentor.

LinkedIn profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anita-volkert-a5a38885/