pubmed-article:10265983 | pubmed:abstractText | A career ladder is a mechanism for employee progression within a chosen field. This paper describes the design and implementation of such a system in a large community radiology department. The career ladder system included integrated job descriptions, salary scales and evaluation procedures for radiology technologists. The implementation of this new system had a positive effect on employee morale manifested in decreased turnover, less absenteeism and increased job satisfaction. | lld:pubmed |