The incumbent provides numerous diagnostic studies using a variety of ultrasound modalities in conjunction with clinical protocols and procedures to evaluate cardiovascular status utilizing, but not limited to, echocardiography, transesophageal echocardiography, contrast echocardiography, stress echocardiography, cardiac monitoring and carotid doppler studies. Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. (NOTE: This applies to the past, current, and upcoming VA Health Professional Trainees (HPT) only. HPT is an individual appointed to temporary positions in one or more VHA medical facilities performing clinical or research training experiences to satisfy