Company Policy Dress Code Considerations

HMC Dress Code
Considerations

Article submitted by Sonja Lorraine, RD, HR Director

The dress attire you choose to wear to work reflects your integrity and professionalism as a Dietitian. As you know, you only get one opportunity to make that first impression with your friends, clients and patients. A good first impression goes a long way to increase your credibility as a consultant.

So the question is: What is considered professional attire?
HM Composite has a policy in our staff handbook on page 7. It states the following:

"Dress in a professional manner during facility visits, company business meetings and at the office. Although not mandatory, many Consultant Dietitians prefer wearing a clean, white lab coat. Closed toed shoes are recommended. A name tag provided by HM Composite, should be worn. Simple professional hairstyles are acceptable. Jewelry should be subtle. Business-appropriate slacks, blouses or shirts, dresses or suits are recommended."

The next question is: What is NOT considered professional attire?
HM Composite employees should not wear any of the following:
T-shirts, low cut blouses, too revealing or tight clothing, see through blouses (wear a tank underneath), sleeveless shirts and dresses (unless wearing a lab coat), nurses' scrubs, jeans, Capri pants (unless simple with no added pockets and zippers), short skirts, and shorts.