I just applied for Voc rehab, and want to know what to expect.
I work for the local VAMC, as a patient care provider, and fabricate devices that are often quite heavy. On a daily basis i lift heavy loads, pull materials, push metal rods and move heavy boxes. I on a daily basis lift patients, help them dress and work often for longer periods sitting which is uncomfortable on my back.
I am 10% sc for DDD-L spine. My back is limiting what i can do at work and i am 31. i am concerned about how much longer i can continue in the profession i work in (also what i did in the military), i have never had another job.
What can i expect from the meeting, and could i continue working in my current job until i complete the new training?
I would like to get into a field with less bending/lifting/pulling/ and manual activiites. I am considering teaching as an alternative.
Any advice is greatly appreciated.