Clinical Attire

When is Clinical Attire Expected?

Clinical attire should be worn in all situations where white lab jackets are worn. Clinical attire is expected throughout the second year rotations. During the first year of PA education, clinical attire is expected during patient interviews, during Emergency Room observation, during clinical labs when students are examining models, during phlebotomy sessions and when visiting facilities for further educational opportunities. Students who are not dressed appropriately for clinical encounters will not participate in clinical experience.
 
What is Clinical Attire?

As a medical professional, you should always ask yourself if you are dressed in a manner that denotes professionalism and respect from patients and other health care providers. Generally, practicality and moderation are the rules that guide dress for the medical profession. It is advisable for clothing to be machine washable, and footwear should be comfortable.  At all times, students should display a clean, well-kept appearance that includes clean, pressed clothing and good personal hygiene. During surgical rotations, scrubs are the accepted attire. Students doing rotations at NCBH should not wear scrubs out of the facility as street clothes. Check with other institutions for policy on scrub wear.

Clinical Attire

·         White student clinic jackets with identification

·         Men:  Trousers with shirt and tie
Women:  Dress pants, skirts, dresses - No miniskirts or low-cut blouses

·         Closed toe shoes

·         No jeans or shorts

·         Avoid excessive jewelry

Please see the Clinical Year Online Manual for additional requirements for attire during clinical rotations.