title: Developing and implementing a career ladder program.
abstract: A career ladder program is a formal management tool used not only by managers looking to recognize and retain employees, but also by employees seeking growth opportunities. A career ladder program involves careful development, frequent and effective communication during implementation, and activities focused on measuring program effectiveness. Career ladders are a way to increase productivity and staff versatility; improve morale, clinical quality, and staff satisfaction; reduce turnover; promote professional growth and job enrichment; and improve patient care.
authors: Saint Peter's University Hospital, New Brunswick, NJ, USA. mwall@saintpetersuh.com
authors: Michelle
authors: M
authors: Wall
mesh_terms: D002322:Career Mobility; D004496:Education, Continuing; D006801:Humans; D010559:Personnel Management; D010564:Personnel, Hospital; D011872:Radiology Department, Hospital / Q000458:organization & administration*