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
• 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