Abigail Harmala

MRI Technologist

Southfield, City of Southfield, OaklandMember since October 14, 2025

GE MRI PlatformsAI-driven MRI ProtocolsMIPMPREpicCernerChange Healthcare PACSContrast AdministrationQuality ControlMRI-guided ProceduresSterile TechniqueALARA PrinciplesCross-training

About

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.

Experience

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.