Dental Hygienist

Tend•New York, NY

2d•$52 - $58•Onsite

About The Position

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. Our model is built for driven hygienists: those who value autonomy, crave efficiency, and take pride in high-performance care. We offer a competitive hourly rate and monthly bonus based on production with top earning Hygienists making an additional $15/hr in bonus. You’ll receive transparency and support to help you thrive — no surprises, just opportunity.

Requirements

Degree from an accredited dental hygiene program
Current, active hygiene license in the state you’re applying for
Current Anesthesia/ Nitrous license if applicable for the state you're working in
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!)

Responsibilities

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
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

Benefits

Assisted Hygiene – A dental assistant to support your patient flow and prep
CE & Professional Development – Virtual and in-person learning opportunities
Malpractice Insurance – Full coverage provided
Health Comes First – Medical, dental, and vision insurance — plus our own Dental Wellness Program
Time to Recharge - Enjoy generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and company holidays — because rest is productive.
Plan for the Future – 401(k) with company match
Support, When You Need It – Life & AD&D insurance, EAP, legal support, and more
Smart Spending Options – FSAs, HSAs, and pre-tax transit benefits

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