Cannon Ruth
About Cannon Ruth
Cannon Ruth is an ITD Software Engineer at CommonSpirit Health, where he has worked since 2021. He has a background in supporting Epic application systems and has held various roles in media and software engineering at Tennessee Technological University and other organizations.
Current Role at CommonSpirit Health
Cannon Ruth serves as an ITD Software Engineer at CommonSpirit Health, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he plays a significant part in supporting and upgrading Epic application systems. His responsibilities include engaging with clinicians and physicians nationwide to address and resolve system and application issues. Ruth's work is crucial in ensuring that healthcare technology operates efficiently and meets the needs of healthcare providers.
Previous Experience in Healthcare IT
Before joining CommonSpirit Health, Cannon Ruth worked as an Epic Systems Application Analyst at Genesis10 from 2020 to 2021. In this role, he contributed to the management and support of Epic systems. His experience also includes a position at the College of Engineering at Tennessee Technological University, where he served as the CSC Department Video Team Lead from 2016 to 2017 and as a Teaching Assistant & Tutor from 2017 to 2020. Additionally, he was the CEROC Media Lead at Tennessee Tech University from 2018 to 2020.
Educational Background
Cannon Ruth completed his Bachelor of Science in Computer Science at Tennessee Technological University, where he studied from 2016 to 2020. Prior to this, he graduated from Adamsville Junior/Senior High School with a GPA of 3.91, earning his High School Diploma. His educational background has provided him with a solid foundation in computer science principles and practices.
Internship Experience
In 2019, Cannon Ruth gained practical experience as an E-commerce IT Intern at Tractor Supply Company, where he worked for three months. This internship allowed him to apply his academic knowledge in a real-world setting, further enhancing his skills in IT and software engineering.
System Testing and Implementation
In his current role, Cannon Ruth ensures comprehensive testing of systems before they are implemented into production environments. This responsibility is critical in maintaining the integrity and functionality of healthcare IT systems, contributing to the overall efficiency of healthcare delivery.