Hygienist

Tend•New York, NY

3d•$52 - $82•Onsite

About The Position

Tend is hiring Hygienists to deliver preventive and periodontal care in modern, thoughtfully designed dental studios using a Team (Assisted) Hygiene model, with dedicated dental assistant support. The role includes a well-booked patient schedule and technology and systems intended to support clinical excellence and positive patient experiences. Depending on experience and interests, a Hygienist may focus on patient care or take on additional leadership responsibilities as a Lead Hygienist, setting hygiene standards, mentoring teammates, and supporting clinical and business results. Hygienists earn an hourly base rate plus a monthly bonus tied to adjusted production and clinical and operational KPIs. The listed base pay range is $52–$62 per hour, and the bonus range is $1–$20 per hour equivalent; actual earnings vary. Hygienist schedules may be full-time, part-time, or PRN. Full-time traveling roles are also available, working 32–40 hours per week Monday through Friday without Saturdays. Lead Hygienist roles are full-time only, with 32–40 hours per week and AM/PM and Saturday shifts. The position requires the ability to perform essential duties with or without reasonable accommodation. These duties include extended sitting or standing, fine motor work with dental instruments and equipment, adequate vision for clinical assessment and documentation, bending and reaching, occasional movement of equipment and supplies weighing up to 25 pounds, and effective communication with patients and colleagues.

Requirements

Degree from an accredited dental hygiene program.
Current, active hygiene license in the state where applying.
Current Anesthesia/Nitrous license in the applicable state.
Current CPR/BLS certification.
Comfort with digital charting and x-rays, intraoral cameras, and technology-driven care.
Lead Hygienist applicants must have proven lead-role experience supporting other hygienists through training, mentoring, and coaching, as well as additional clinical experience beyond the standard Hygienist requirement.
Ability to sit and stand for extended periods while performing hygiene procedures and, for Leads, coaching team members.
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 maintain ergonomic positioning for patient care throughout the day.
Ability to occasionally lift or move equipment, instrument trays, and supplies weighing up to 25 pounds.
Ability to communicate effectively and compassionately with patients, team members, and other healthcare professionals in person and via technology.

Nice To Haves

Interest in taking on additional leadership responsibilities as a Lead Hygienist.
Commitment to ongoing professional development, feedback, mentorship, and continuous learning.

Responsibilities

Deliver comprehensive preventive and periodontal care, including prophylaxis, periodontal maintenance, scaling and root planing, gingivitis scaling, oral cancer screenings, iTero scans, sealants, Zoom whitening, Perio Protect, Curodont, fluoride treatments, and patient education in alignment with evidence-based clinical guidelines.
Collaborate with a dedicated dental assistant to manage patient flow, sterilization, room turnover, patient care, and documentation.
Partner with dentists during hygiene exams to identify and recommend treatment plans based on patient needs.
Support hygiene production by maximizing chair time, recommending preventive care, and supporting same-day treatment opportunities.
Work within the Team (Assisted) Hygiene model to provide efficient, high-quality, team-based care.
Build strong patient relationships through clear communication, trust-building, and personalized education.
Collaborate with doctors, assistants, and operations leaders to ensure seamless patient care.
Participate in continuing education, internal hygiene forums, and peer collaboration.
For Lead Hygienists: train new hygienists and oversee onboarding and development of hygienists and hygiene assistants in Tend’s clinical standards, workflows, and patient care protocols.
For Lead Hygienists: mentor hygienists and hygiene assistants and provide constructive feedback to support clinical growth and consistent standards.
For Lead Hygienists: collaborate with assistants to improve studio-wide hygiene flow, sterilization protocols, and room turnover efficiency.
For Lead Hygienists: partner with dentists on exams and treatment planning, and support comprehensive care and seamless patient handoffs.
For Lead Hygienists: drive team hygiene production, support same-day treatment acceptance, and monitor key performance metrics.
For Lead Hygienists: lead hygiene team meetings and champion continuing education and development.
For Lead Hygienists: lead the Team (Assisted) Hygiene model studio-wide and partner with Studio Managers and doctors to meet patient care, quality, and business objectives.
For Lead Hygienists: champion clinical and operational initiatives within the hygiene team.

Benefits

Dedicated dental assistant support through the Assisted Hygiene model.
Virtual and in-person continuing education and professional development, with additional leadership training for Leads.
Full malpractice insurance coverage.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus a Dental Wellness Program.
Generous paid time off and company holidays.
401(k) plan.
Life and AD&D insurance.
Employee assistance program (EAP).
Legal support.
Flexible spending accounts (FSAs) and health savings accounts (HSAs).
Pre-tax transit benefits.