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Insights from the Healthcare Facilities Network Generations Roundtable with our guests Brittany Remec, Claire Salinas, Logan Landis, and Jim Grana. This was the second appearance on the Network for our guests, our first discussion appeared on the Network in the summer of 2023. Our thanks to Brittany, Claire, Logan, and Jim for their time!
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Balance
Work-Life Balance Isn’t a Perk—It’s a Priority
Work-life balance was the most frequently emphasized theme. Far from being a vague benefit, it’s a core driver of career decisions.
Claire Salinas shared how her return to a part-time role at Atrium Health was driven by a desire to spend more time with her family. Brittany Remnick described how her promotion was timed with her daughter starting daycare—and praised her organization’s culture of flexibility.
“My organization values that work-life balance. They know we’ll get the job done—and they support our families too.” – Brittany Remec
Flexibility
Flexibility and Remote Work Add Real Value
Millennials want to work where there is trust, autonomy, and flexibility. Remote work and flexible schedules aren’t perks—they’re tools to thrive both personally and professionally.
Claire noted that flexibility was a defining difference between her experience in tech versus traditional healthcare, and she now values roles that let her define where and how she works.
Purpose
Purpose Over Paycheck: Mission-Driven Work Matters
Every panelist expressed a personal connection to healthcare’s mission. They stay not for prestige or money, but because their work directly supports patients and communities.
“We can be impactful—even in people’s worst moments. That’s what keeps me coming back every day.”
– Logan Landis
Jim Grana added that even after being recruited for higher-paying jobs in other industries, he remained in healthcare. “I know I’m doing something that matters.”
Growth
Career Growth Without the Old-School Ladder
Millennials want growth—but not necessarily through the traditional step-by-step hierarchy.
Claire highlighted how more healthcare leaders are recognizing transferable skills. People with backgrounds in safety, design, or compliance are increasingly being tapped for leadership roles, even without following the conventional maintenance-to-manager path.
“It’s exciting to see hiring managers making the connection between diverse experience and leadership potential.”– Claire Salinas
Culture
Respect, Recognition, and Equal Footing
The group reflected on how perceptions of millennials have changed. Once viewed as entitled or disengaged, they’re now being seen as seasoned professionals and leaders.
Brittany recalled that 10 years ago, national meetings were filled with complaints about “how to manage millennials.” Now, many of her peers are directors and department heads—and being sought out by their former mentors for advice.
Culture, Compassion, and Leaders Who Listen
Organizational culture matters deeply. Millennials thrive where leadership supports life balance, values empathy, and offers understanding when family or health needs arise.
Claire, Jim, Brittany, and Logan all said their loyalty was strengthened when managers supported them through life changes and trusted them to deliver.
Tech and AI
Technology and AI: Proceed with Caution
AI was discussed as both a promising and risky tool. While automation can improve efficiency, several participants shared concerns about AI-led hiring processes filtering out qualified candidates.
Brittany shared how an application system rejected her because her resume didn’t include the exact names of accreditation agencies—despite her having years of experience.
“I was personally recruited for the job, but AI kicked me out. I didn’t have the buzzwords.” – Brittany Remec
The group emphasized the importance of keeping hiring human, valuing character, adaptability, and mission alignment over keyword compliance.
Conclusion
Millennials Are Reshaping the Workforce—On Purpose
Millennials in healthcare facilities management want what many professionals do—but they’re clearer, louder, and more aligned in their values:- Balance over burnout
- Flexibility over rigidity
- Purpose over prestige
- Growth beyond tradition
- Respect earned and given
- Culture that supports life, not just work
