Abigail Harmala

Develop and optimize conventional and AI-driven MRI protocols across GE, Philips, and Siemens platforms; finetune parameters to maximize image quality and throughput. Create, test, and validate new protocols; collaborate with radiologists, vendors, and physicists to standardize best practices. Launch and operationalize new mobile MRI sites; coordinate customer communications and author site-specific policies, procedures, and training materials.

MRI Technologist - AKUMIN

(2023-05)

• Develop and optimize conventional and AI-driven MRI protocols across GE, Philips, and Siemens platforms; finetune parameters to maximize image quality and throughput.
• Create, test, and validate new protocols; collaborate with radiologists, vendors, and physicists to standardize best practices.
• Launch and operationalize new mobile MRI sites; coordinate customer communications and author site-specific policies, procedures, and training materials.

MRI Technologist - AYA Healthcare

(2022-12 - 2023-05)

• Delivered high-quality studies on GE MRI platforms using advanced techniques (MIP, MPR, perfusion) with safe contrast administration.
• Adapted rapidly to new sites, achieving full productivity within initial shifts of each contract.
• Utilized Epic and Cerner to verify orders, document contrast, and coordinate seamlessly with radiology.
• Managed images across Sectra, Centricity, and Change Healthcare PACS with accurate labeling and timely archiving.

MRI Technologist - HCS Group

(2021-10 - 2022-12)

• Operated MRI scanners and optimized parameters to produce diagnostic images; executed daily QC and equipment checks.
• Educated and screened patients for MRI safety, positioned for comfort and artifact reduction; inserted/removed IVs and monitored during scans.
• Completed exams in EMR and reconciled studies in PACS; maintained accurate records and charge capture.

MRI Technologist - Henry Ford Hospital-West Bloomfield

(2021-01 - 2021-10)

• Assisted radiologists with complex MRI-guided procedures (e.g., biopsies), including room setup, sterile technique support, and imaging guidance.
• Reviewed clinical indications and selected appropriate protocols; obtained pertinent history to ensure safe, effective exams.
• Contributed to protocol development, quality assurance, and cross-training of staff.

Radiologic Technologist - Beaumont Hospital Troy

(2018-08 - 2021-05)

• Adhered to departmental policies and performed quality control; precepted students and new hires.
• Applied ALARA principles to minimize radiation exposure for patients, staff, and self.

Master of Science - Information Systems - Central Michigan University (2025-08 - 2027-05)

Certification - Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) - Oakland University (2020-08 - 2020-12)

Bachelor of Science - Allied Health Sciences (AHS) - Ferris State University (2015-01 - 2019-12)

Associate of Applied Science - Radiography - Ferris State University (2014-08 - 2018-08)