Humber College

What can’t he do? That’s the question we ask ourselves here at Metriks, when it comes to our President and Founder Kevin Cairns. Husband, father, business owner and post-secondary teacher, Kevin does A LOT. But how did he get involved with post-secondary education?

This year, the University of Guelph-Humber and Humber College incorporated Metriks into their programs. More specifically, both campuses invested in a number of Metriks FCE hardware kits and signed on for subscriptions to the Metriks software.

Metriks FCE hardware kit

Metriks software

That means that their Kinesiology students use the Metriks system as part of their Functional Ability Evaluation Practicum. Stacy McPhail, Humber’s Program Coordinator, also incorporates Metriks software in her Occupational Therapist Assistant and Physiotherapist Assistant Program.

Kevin was a guest lecturer at both schools until Kristan Lingard, Associate Dean, invited him to join the team as a Part Time Faculty member at Humber College this past June.

In September, Kevin began sharing his experience in a Functional Capacity Evaluation lab, as part of the Postgraduate: Exercise Science and Lifestyle Management certificate.

Here’s a fun video that Kevin made with his students at Humber this Fall. Watch the video here.

Job Opportunity

Honeypot Consulting Inc. is currently looking for experienced Occupational Therapists. Physiotherapists and Kinesiologists to join our team.  Honeypot Consulting Inc. is an independent medical examination provider, specializing in case management, rehabilitation and coaching. We are looking for independent, reliable assessors with a keen focus on service delivery to patients and stakeholders.

 

Key Responsibilities:

• WSIB Assessments
• Worksite and Ergonomic Evaluations
• Functional Abilities Evaluations
• Insurer Examinations
• Medical-Legal Examinations
• In-Home Assessments
• Cognitive Assessments
• Home Safety, Accessibility & Modifications Evaluations
• Discharge Planning
• Return to Work Planning and Intervention

 

Key Qualifications:

• A university degree in related field
• Registration and in good standing with respective professional College
• A minimum of two (2) years experience as an Occupational Therapist
• Excellent interpersonal skills, communication, conflict resolution, time management, computer and documentation skills
• Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle
• Willingness to travel within Southern Ontario
• Please note that security clearance may be required for specific referrals

 

If this opportunity matches your interest and experience, please submit your resume with a cover letter to: careers@hopomail.com

 

Commodore Solutions is Recruiting Health Practitioners!

Commodore Solutions Inc. is recruiting health practitioners to perform occupational testing in the following areas Victoria, Vancouver, Grande Prairie, Lethbridge, Weyburn, Saskatoon, Regina, Winnipeg, greater Toronto area, Montreal and Halifax.

Commodore Solutions Inc. is a Canadian owned company providing nation wide occupational assessments and assessments to insurance and corporate organizations since our start in 2012. Due to the increased demand for nationwide services Commodore Solutions is searching for Regulated Health Practitioners to join their fast paced, energetic team. To learn more about Commodore Solutions visit their website.

As an Independent Consultant you will have the opportunity to provide a variety of services to their customers, including:

Assessments: insurance, employer

• Ergonomic Assessments
• Physical Demands Analysis/Jobsite Analysis
• Cognitive Demands Analysis
• Functional Capacity Evaluations (FCE)
• Assessments that are part of a multi-disciplinary assessment o Return to Work assessments

Treatment:

• Musculoskeletal injury assessment
• Implementation of treatment recommendations o Return to Work Program and services

All applicants must be registered members in good standing with their respective College, dedicated to providing high quality services, and able to express their exceptional clinical reasoning in well- written reports.

If you are interested, please forward your CV to:

Scott Courtney, B.MGMT
President

mailto:Scott@commodoresolutions.ca

Another Job Opportunity!

Evolve Assignment and Diagnostics is recruiting health practitioners from in the greater Toronto area and in the Windsor area.

Evolve is a Canadian owned and operated company providing nation-wide medical, rehabilitative, and vocational assessments and services to insurance, legal, and corporate organizations since 2006. The demand for Evolve’s services is growing rapidly, and they are seeking Regulated Health Practitioners to join their list of high caliber clinicians. Learn more about Evolve by visiting their website.

As an Independent Consultant you will have the opportunity to provide a variety of services to their customers, including:

• Assessments:  medical-legal, auto insurance, employer
  • Occupational Therapy Home Assessments
  • Ergonomic Assessments
  • Physical Demands Analysis/Jobsite Analysis
  • Cognitive Demands Analysis
  • Functional Abilities Evaluations (FAE)
  • Assessments that are part of a multi-disciplinary assessment

• Treatment: auto insurance, extended health benefits
  • Hospital Discharges
  • Occupational Therapy treatment
  • Exercise programs
  • Implementation of treatment recommendations
  • Home-based functional restoration program
  • Progressive Goal Attainment Program (PGAP)
  • Return to Work Program and services

Applicants must be registered members in good standing with their respective College, dedicated to providing high quality services, and able to express their exceptional clinical reasoning in well-written reports. Experience in the auto insurance sector is preferred.

If interested, please forward your CV to:
Henrietta Visscher, OT Reg. (Ont.)
Clinical Supervisor/Occupational Therapist
henriettav@evolveax.com

Have a wonderful long weekend everyone!

Need a Job? We Can Help

Metriks FCE graduates are a hot commodity! We’ve been asked by two different companies to share their job descriptions on our blog. Check them out below:

Hiring Metriks FCE Trainer in Berkeley, Ontario

Attention all Metriks FCE training graduates! Family Healthcare Canada is looking to hire individuals who have completed our FCE training program.

Family Healthcare Canada is a leading company in the field of rehabilitation after motor vehicle accidents, slip and falls and other personal injuries. Their mission is to provide personalized, high-quality care on an as-needed or preventative basis. They have created a practice that they believe in, and would choose for their own family members! Take a look at their website.

Interested applicants are invited to email: FhcCanada@gmail.com.  

Hiring Metriks FCE Trainer in Toronto, Ontario

Are you an FCE graduate who lives in the greater Toronto area? Olmsted Physiotherapy needs you! They are currently looking for a kinesiologist who is familiar with Metriks system.

Olmsted Physiotherapy is owned by Physiotherapist Nancy Olmsted. She currently offers private consultation and home visits, corporate physiotherapy services, and expert consultation for clinical reports, motor vehicle accident patients, personal injury lawyers and independent medical evaluations. Learn more about Nancy, and her company, by visiting her website.

Interested applicants are asked to email: nancyolmsted@gmail.com.

Teaching Outside the Classrom

Here at Metriks, we strive to provide world-class education for healthcare professionals involved in the Assessment Industry. However, sometimes we wonder if our training will have a lasting impact? Although a lot our success depends on those we train, we believe that our support doesn’t end when the training session is over. That’s why we have begun following up with the individuals we train!

Meet Mitchell

We’d like to introduce you to Mitchell Green, a Pro Physio & Sport Medicine Centre physiotherapist. The company he works for is a leader in physiotherapy and rehabilitation in the Greater Ottawa Region. With over 24 locations, they are accessible to everyone within the city and surrounding areas.

A few weeks ago, Mitchell completed Metriks FCE training with Metriks President Kevin Cairns. Upon finishing his training, we asked him a few questions. Provided below are his responses:

1. What were your favourite parts about the training?

“I enjoyed going over the different testing tools that I will be using in future testing. The videos are a great resource for future reference. The Metriks program looks easy to use and I am excited to add this certification to my current testing toolbox.”

2. How will you use what you learned in the training?

“I will be using my training to perform FAE’s for the company I currently work for, ProPhysio.”

3. Was there anything you would like to see improved?  

“At this time, I cannot think of anyway by which the training can be improved.”

Have you been trained by Metriks? Would you like to provide feedback? Send an email to laura@metriksfce.ca.

Introducing Metriks NEW Inclinometer

We’re pleased to announce that Metriks has developed a BRAND NEW inclinometer! It has more features and functionality, making spine and extremity range of motion measurement easier.

What is an inclinometer?

An inclinometer is the faster and smarter way to measure spine and extremity ranges of motion. Fun fact, it is the tool recommended by the American Medical Association for measuring range of motion!

What great features did we keep?

• Features a zero button, an absolute zero button, and a hold button,
• Produces easy to read digital results,
• Measures true range of motion of the spine,
• Measures extremity ROM using single or dual inclinometry.

What did we make better?

• Larger and Easier to read  LCD screen,
• More responsive buttons for faster zero,
• Instruction booklet for measuring extremity range of motion,
• Magnets on 3 sides for easier and more versatile placement of attachments,
• New longer lasting 9 volt battery.

Order our new inclinometer here. Want to order or need more information regarding Metriks inclinometer? Send us an email at laura@metriksfce.com! We’re always here to answer your questions and offer support.

Acumar Training Sessions

You hear us talk about FCE training a lot, but what about Acumar training? Last week, Metriks President and Founder, Kevin Cairns, conducted Acumar training sessions with the North Alabama Spine and Rehab, and Henry Ford Hospital. He had a blast working with both of these institutions, and is grateful to have had the opportunity to collaborate with them!

Isela, who conducted the training at North Alabama Spine and Rehab with Metriks, had this to say about the Acumar training: “[North Alabama Spine and Rehab] will use the Acumar daily with our patients by getting the correct reading. Overall, the training was excellent. Kevin explained and answered all of our questions.”

But, what is Acumar Training?

In 2013, Metriks started offering private LIVE video conference training for the Acumar Inclinometer. Allowing students to save money and travel time by logging in from their home or office to receive one-on-one training from an industry expert.

The Acumar training session was created for healthcare professionals who wish to become proficient with the Acumar Inclinometer. This is a valuable complement to the AMA Guides to the Evaluation of Permanent Impairment. Metriks live training shows users how to reproducibly and accurately measure range of motion (ROM) with the Acumar Inclinometer.

The training teaches users in a step-by-step fashion the proper method to obtain and record ROM measurements for greater reproducibility and accuracy. Training will include hands on instruction on how to use the Acumar Inclinometer and how to document clinical observations.

Register now at the Metriks website and select Range of Motion Measurement to schedule your one-on-one training.

Metriks New Newsletter

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The Metriks team is always brainstorming ways to share information with our clients, and what better way than with a newsletter? Take a peek inside our new newsletter – where we share updates, blogs and more:

December newsletter: http://eepurl.com/_4e41
January newsletter: http://eepurl.com/bcpH4f

Still not interested?

What if we told you that Metriks will be conducting private training with Kinesiohealth’s founder Timothy Andrew Hartog? A registered Kinesiology and FCE Evaluator from Toronto, with almost 10 years experience under his belt. Or that we have new, redesigned inclinometers in stock? That’s right, you’ll get the latest details on these new developments from our next newsletter.

Metriks inclinometer

Basically what we’re saying is, by subscribing you’ll be the first to see what’s new and exciting at Metriks!

Metriks FAQ

Have a question? We have an answer! Provided below are Metriks frequently asked questions (FAQs) and answers. If you require more information or have a question that isn’t listed, please email laura@metriksfce.com.

1. How does your software generate a report?

The software application has a series of tests that are organized into a protocol. Once you have entered the data into each test, there is a Generate Report option. The report generator allows you to select from a list of MS Word templates. Once you have selected the template the application generates a MS Word document that you can download and save to your local computer.

2. Can I add my company logo to the report template?

The MS word templates can be customized with your company logo. In fact we can use your existing FCE report format to create a completing customized and unique template for your company.

3. Do I need internet access to use your software?

The metriks software is an online application that requires internet access. However the application can create an excel spreadsheet version of an assessment that can be completed “offline”. Once you have completed your assessment on the excel sheet you can upload it to the application. This allows for the completion of assessments in locations with limited or no internet access.

4. I have my own measurement tools can I use them with the Metriks Software?

Yes the tests in the Metriks software allow you to use any appropriate tools for doing the measurement. For example we would recommend the Metriks inclinometer for measuring shoulder range of motion, but you coul‎d also use your own plastic goniometer.

5. I have a Purdue Pegboard can I perform that test with your software?

Yes, a Purdue pegboard could be used as part of an FCE using the Metriks software. The stock Metriks FCE protocol includes a full battery of tests, but additional tests can be added to the protocol by using the ADD TEST feature. The Metriks system includes over 400 of the most common FCE tests.

The Week of Training: January 11-17, 2015

It’s Friday? Where did the week go!? The last few days have been busy here at Metriks, as we’ve held multiple group and private training sessions. This week we taught our functional capacity evaluation and physical demands analysis courses.

Our education is focused around healthcare professionals involved in the assessment industry. That means we generally train chiropractors, acupuncturists, kinesiologists, and more.

Take for example, Richard Van, a Physiotherapist in Winnipeg that works for Glen Young Physiotherapy. Our President, Kevin Cairns, did an online training session with him to avoid any unnecessary airfare.

We understand that our students time is valuable. So we make sure that each training courses are filled with important, hands-on, instruction.

Kevin Cairns teaching students how to use METRIKS inclinometer.

“I really enjoyed the hands on training and the small group work,” said Dana Permann a Kinesiologist from Calgary. Tina Michaud a Kinesiologist from Ottawa was also a fan of our training model, “The hands on training really helped put the theory in context.”

A student doing the hands-on physical demands portion of training.

We also recognize that people need food! That’s why we provide a complimentary lunch to our students from a restaurant called Café 22. Located in the heart of Uptown Waterloo, it offers a variety of gourmet wraps, sandwiches, paninis, salads, and homemade soups.

If you’re interested in registering for one of our sessions, take a look at our calendar.

Thank you to everyone who took part in our training this week!