Steven Cannavina
Layton,UT
Summary
Compassionate Cardiac Sonographer, recognized for high productivity levels and delivering efficient and accurate completion of diagnostic tasks. Skilled in echocardiography, patient data analysis, and education. Excel in communication, research, and critical thinking to provide exceptional patient care and support team objectives.
Overview
1
1
Certification
3
3
years of post-secondary education
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Cardiac Sonographer Lead (research)
Intermountain Medical Center
Salt Lake City, UT
11.2022 - Current
- Led echo research projects for pulmonary critical care, ensuring rigorous adherence to protocols and research standards.
- Developed protocols for echo research projects, enhancing clarity and consistency in research methodologies.
- Conducted analysis and scanning of echocardiograms to ensure precision. current and retrospective echocardiograms using Echo insight and GE Echo Pac.
- Maintained ultrasound equipment, ensuring optimal performance and reliability for accurate diagnostic outcomes.
Cardiac Sonographer III
University of Utah
Salt Lake City, Utah
01.2021 - Current
- Performing all types of echocardiograms
- performing advanced congenital echo studies
- performing pediatric echo studies
- trained fellows and residents in advanced echocardiographic techniques
- mentored level I and II sonographers to enhance skills and confidence
- presented at echo grand rounds
- participated in research studies to contribute to advancements in echocardiography
- GE super user
- Educate patients on procedures and provide support during examinations.
Radiologic Technologist Trauma
University of Utah
Salt Lake City, Utah
10.2019 - 01.2021
- Served as on-call trauma technician in emergency room, providing immediate support during critical situations.
- Provided on-call trauma technician support in the emergency room during critical situations.
- Executed X-ray examinations including C-Arm, fluoroscopy, trauma, and portable to support accurate patient diagnosis.
Lead X-ray/ MA Trainer
Medallus Medical
Layton, Utah
01.2017 - 12.2019
- Trained new X-ray employees on procedures and safety protocols to ensure compliance and enhance team readiness
- Trained new employees on IV initiation and blood draw techniques to enhance clinical competencies
- Monitored and organized reports for accuracy and compliance
- Facilitated IV placement in patients to support their treatment needs
- Conducted training sessions for new employees on proper IV insertion techniques to enhance their clinical skills. Collected blood samples for laboratory analysis and testing.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Radiologic Science
Weber State University
Ogden, UT 08.2019 - 12.2020
Associate of Science - Radiologic Science
Weber State University
Ogden, UT 08.2017 - 04.2019
Skills
- Adult echocardiography
- Pediatric/ neonatal echocardiography
- Intracardiac echo
- TAVR echo
- Transesophageal
- Stress echo techniques
- 3D/4D echo and strain
- Echo-guided procedures
- Impella exams
- LVAD operation
- ASD/PFO closure
- Watchmen
- Adult congenital
- GE Super user
- IV certification
- Echo student mentorship
- Training and mentoring
- Patient care
Certification
- BLS
- IV certification
Timeline
Cardiac Sonographer Lead (research)
Intermountain Medical Center
11.2022 - Current
Cardiac Sonographer III
University of Utah
01.2021 - Current
Radiologic Technologist Trauma
University of Utah
10.2019 - 01.2021
Bachelor of Science - Radiologic Science
Weber State University
08.2019 - 12.2020
Associate of Science - Radiologic Science
Weber State University
08.2017 - 04.2019
Lead X-ray/ MA Trainer
Medallus Medical
01.2017 - 12.2019