Dental Hygienist

$5000 Full Time Sign On Bonus Available

As a Dental Hygienist at Tend, you’ll deliver top‑tier preventive care in a modern, thoughtfully designed studio — with the support of a dedicated dental assistant through our Team (Assisted) Hygiene model. You’ll treat a well‑booked schedule of patients with the tools, systems, and support you need to deliver clinical excellence and outstanding patient experiences. At Tend, we’re committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive environment where both our patients and our teams feel respected, represented, and truly cared for.

Choose the comp plan that fits your life. Top earning Hygienists in Boston make $78/hr+.

At Tend, you choose between two compensation plans:

• Plan A – Higher Base, No Bonus
  : higher hourly rate with no monthly bonus. Best for hygienists who want the predictability of a consistent paycheck.
• Plan B – Base + Performance Bonus
  : competitive hourly base plus a monthly bonus tied to clinical and operational performance. Best for hygienists who want upside tied to the impact they make.

Plan election occurs at the time an offer is accepted; you may switch plans once, after 90 days in‑studio.

• Deliver comprehensive preventive and periodontal care — including prophylaxis, periodontal maintenance, scaling and root planing (SRP), gingivitis scaling, oral cancer screenings, Itero scan, sealants, Zoom whitening, Perio Protect, Curodont, fluoride treatments, and patient education — all in alignment with evidence‑based clinical guidelines.
• Collaborate with a dedicated dental assistant to optimize your schedule, manage sterilization and room turnover, and support patient care and documentation.
• Partner with dentists for hygiene exams to identify and recommend treatment plans based on patient needs.
• Proactively drive hygiene production by maximizing chair time, recommending preventive care, and supporting same‑day treatment opportunities.
• Work within Tend’s Team (Assisted) Hygiene model, partnering closely with dedicated dental assistants to deliver efficient, high‑quality care, enhance the patient experience, and create a more supported, team‑driven clinical environment.
• Maintain strong relationships with patients through clear communication, trust‑building, and personalized education.
• Collaborate closely with the broader studio team — including doctors, assistants, and operations leaders — to ensure seamless patient care.
• Engage in ongoing professional development through CE opportunities, internal hygiene forums, and peer collaboration.

You embody Tend values and demonstrate key competencies that ensure both patient success and team excellence.

• Tend to Others – Deliver exceptional patient experiences and team collaboration.
• Be Brave Enough to Lead – Take initiative to solve problems and improve clinical care.
• Savor the Ride – Celebrate wins and stay positive in a fast‑paced environment.
• Embrace Our Differences – Communicate with respect and value diverse perspectives.
• Rooted in Growth – Seek feedback, mentorship, and continuous learning.

• Earns Trust – Earn patient and team confidence through honesty and follow‑through.
• Works Together – Works fluidly across roles and functions to ensure excellent care.
• Adapts with Ease – Adjusts to changes and balances multiple priorities effectively.

• Degree from an accredited dental hygiene program.
• Current, active hygiene license in the state where you are applying.
• Current Anesthesia/Nitrous license in applicable state.
• Current CPR/BLS certification.
• Comfort with digital charting and x‑rays, intraoral cameras, and technology‑driven care.
• Open to full‑time (32–40 hours/week including AM/PM and Saturday shifts), part‑time (2–3 days/week including AM/PM and Saturday shifts), or PRN (work when you want).

• Ability to sit and stand for extended periods while performing hygiene procedures.
• Manual dexterity and fine motor skills to handle instruments, perform scaling and polishing, and operate clinical equipment.
• Adequate vision (with or without correction) to read charts, assess oral conditions, interpret radiographs, and document findings.
• Ability to bend, reach, and…