In this compelling episode of Healthy Careers, host Maddie Traylor welcomes Brian Raymond, Senior Director of Operations at Ortho NY and active-duty Navy Reservist, to share his powerful journey transitioning from military service to civilian healthcare leadership. With a dual career spanning orthopedic operations and military medicine, Brian unpacks how discipline, adaptability, and leadership from his military background have fueled his success in the private practice space.
Listeners will gain insights into healthcare operations, workforce development, advancements in medical technology, and the unique advantages that veterans bring to the healthcare industry. Brian also discusses challenges like staffing shortages, financial struggles in private practices, and how empowering frontline teams leads to better outcomes.
This is a must-listen episode for healthcare leaders, military veterans, clinical administrators, and recruiters looking to understand how to transition skills across sectors and drive operational success in modern orthopedic and musculoskeletal care environments.
Key Takeaways:
Episode Highlights:
00:39 Meet Brian Raymond: Operations Director & Navy Reservist
01:11 A Military Entry into Healthcare
02:15 Technological Progress & AI in Healthcare
05:18 Staffing Challenges and Operational Strain
06:27 The Financial Realities of Private Practice
07:24 Unsung Heroes: The Role of X-Ray Techs in Ortho
09:14 Overview of Ortho NY’s Scope and Services
11:13 Balancing Military Commitments with Civilian Leadership
13:17 Innovations in Military Medicine
16:27 Strategies for Work-Life Integration
18:30 Managing Healthcare Teams Effectively
20:43 Choosing Orthopedics as a Career Path
22:17 Redefining the Patient Experience
24:08 Revolutionizing Urgent Care Delivery
27:08 Career Advice: Stepping Outside Your Comfort Zone
30:32 Reflecting on the Power of Service-Based Leadership
32:25 Final Thoughts and Episode Wrap-Up
Keywords:
Military to civilian healthcare leadership,
Veterans in healthcare administration,
Healthcare operations in orthopedics,
Navy reservist career transition,
AI in orthopedic operations,
X-ray techs in private practice,
Workforce development in musculoskeletal care,
Healthcare recruiter podcast,
Private practice staffing challenges,
Healthcare leadership podcast for veterans,
Operational strategy in orthopedic care,
Healthcare transitions for military personnel,
Healthcare recruiting agency,
Flat fee healthcare recruiter,
Nurse practitioner and physician assistant recruiter,
Surgeon and orthopedic staffing agency,
Medical office and billing staff recruitment,
Connect with Brian Raymond:
LinkedIn: Brian Raymond
Visit Ortho NY
Visit United States Navy