Dental / Hygiene Assistant
About The Position
At Tend, our Dental Assistants and Hygiene Assistants play a vital role in delivering a seamless, patient-first experience in a modern, thoughtfully designed dental studio. You’ll support clinical care at the chairside—whether assisting dentists across a wide range of procedures or partnering with hygienists in our assisted hygiene model. From preparing treatment rooms and maintaining sterilization protocols to ensuring patients feel comfortable, informed, and cared for, you’ll help keep the flow of the studio running smoothly while delivering an exceptional care experience. Our model is built for driven assistants at all stages of their careers—those who want to grow clinically, collaborate with an energized team, and be part of a supportive, growth-minded culture that’s raising the bar for dentistry.
Requirements
- All state-required certifications, registrations, or licenses for dental assistants
- Current CPR/BLS certification
- Demonstrated chairside knowledge and patient care skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal abilities
- Adaptability to new technologies and workflows in a modern studio environment
- Excitement about contributing to a collaborative, high-performing team
- Ability to work a full-time schedule (32–40 hours per week including some Saturdays) or part-time schedule (2–3 days per week including some Saturdays)
Responsibilities
- Deliver outstanding chairside support to dentists and/or hygienists across a variety of procedures
- Ensure patients feel comfortable, informed, and cared for throughout their visit
- Anticipate provider and team needs to maintain efficient studio flow
- Collaborate with teammates to deliver a seamless, high-quality patient experience
- Prepare and maintain treatment rooms, instruments, and equipment in compliance with OSHA and CDC standards
- Manage sterilization workflows and maintain a safe, clean clinical environment
- Take dental radiographs and support accurate, complete patient records (as permitted by role and experience)
- Provide chairside support across a full range of general and specialty procedures
- Partner closely with dentists to support clinical excellence and productivity
- Contribute to studio performance goals through efficiency, preparedness, and teamwork
- Support hygienists within our Team Hygiene model, helping deliver efficient, high-quality care
- Prepare and reset rooms between hygiene visits to maintain schedule flow
- Assist chairside during hygiene appointments and build clinical confidence
- Participate in training and development to continue growing clinical skills
Benefits
- Time to Recharge – Enjoy Paid Time Off (PTO) — because rest is productive.
- Health Comes First – Medical, dental, and vision insurance — plus our own Dental Wellness Program.
- Plan for the Future – 401(k) plan to help you grow your nest egg.
- Learning & Development – Ongoing training, mentorship, and CE opportunities.
- Peace of Mind – Life & AD&D insurance, disability coverage, and health advocacy resources.
- Smart Spending Options – FSAs, HSAs, and pre-tax transit and parking benefits.
- Support, When You Need It – Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and other resources for personal well-being.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
