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JOHN KNACK

Liverpool

Summary

Motivated and experienced sonographer with a lifelong passion for teaching, ready to join the SUNY Upstate faculty as a Professor of Ultrasound. I bring a diverse background in radiology, sonography, and clinical practice to help students develop the technical skill and critical understanding needed for their success in medical imaging.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Cardiac Sonographer

Crouse Health
Syracuse
04.2023 - Current
  • Performed echocardiograms on adult patients in outpatient and hospital settings.
  • Created preliminary reports and collaborated with cardiologists to interpret findings accurately and efficiently.
  • Proficiently utilized Medent and Apollo software for documentation, and ComPACS software for imaging analysis and archiving.
  • Educated patients on procedures to alleviate anxiety and enhance cooperation.

Cardiovascular Radiologic Technologist

St. Joseph's Health
Syracuse
10.2017 - 11.2025
  • Performed over 7,000 cardiac catheterizations, including over 500 emergency interventions in high-pressure environments.
  • Completed over 200 transcatheter aortic valve replacements (TAVR).
  • Interpreted and monitored patient EKG during both scheduled and emergent cardiac procedures.
  • Assisted in training new staff on imaging techniques and protocols.
  • Educated patients on procedures to ensure comfort and understanding.

Diagnostic Medical Sonographer / Radiologic Technologist

St. Joseph's Imaging Associates
Syracuse
02.2014 - 11.2017
  • Executed over 4,000 ultrasound and x-ray exams in Urgent Care and outpatient imaging facilities.
  • Documented findings in preliminary reports for each ultrasound exam to enhance diagnostic accuracy.
  • Proficiently utilized PACS imaging software for image analysis and archiving.

Education

Bachelor of Professional Studies - Medical Sonography

SUNY Upstate Medical University
05.2015

Bachelor of Science - Medical Radiography

SUNY Upstate Medical University
05.2013

Skills

  • Group coaching
  • Student assessment
  • Public speaking
  • Effective communication
  • Attention to detail
  • Time management
  • Adaptability
  • Classroom management
  • Multimedia implementation
  • Ethics and professionalism
  • Leadership
  • Student mentoring
  • Conflict resolution
  • Therapeutic communication

Certification

• Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (OB/GYN and Abdomen)
• Registered Vascular Technologist
• Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer
• Radiologic Technologist (R)
• USCCA Certified Instructor

Activities

  • High School Strength & Conditioning Coach
  • Substitute Health/Science Teacher
  • Firearms Instructor (group and private classes)

Timeline

Cardiac Sonographer

Crouse Health
04.2023 - Current

Cardiovascular Radiologic Technologist

St. Joseph's Health
10.2017 - 11.2025

Diagnostic Medical Sonographer / Radiologic Technologist

St. Joseph's Imaging Associates
02.2014 - 11.2017

Bachelor of Professional Studies - Medical Sonography

SUNY Upstate Medical University

Bachelor of Science - Medical Radiography

SUNY Upstate Medical University