Hygienist

Tend•Brooklyn, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Tend is hiring Hygienists to provide preventive and periodontal care in modern dental studios using its Team (Assisted) Hygiene model, in which hygienists work with dedicated dental assistants. The role includes a well-booked patient schedule, clinical tools and systems, and support for delivering high-quality care and patient experiences. Depending on experience and interests, the position may focus on clinical hygiene or include Lead Hygienist responsibilities such as training and mentoring colleagues, setting clinical standards, and supporting studio performance. All Hygienists receive a base hourly rate plus a monthly bonus tied to adjusted production. Full-time traveling roles are also available. The posting describes full-time, part-time, and PRN options for Hygienists; Lead Hygienists are full-time only. Work schedules may include morning and evening shifts and Saturdays, while full-time traveling roles are Monday through Friday with no Saturdays required. The position requires an accredited dental hygiene degree, an active state hygiene license, applicable anesthesia/nitrous licensure, CPR/BLS certification, and comfort with digital charting and clinical technology. Physical duties include extended sitting and standing, fine motor work with dental instruments, bending and reaching, and occasional movement of equipment and supplies up to 25 pounds. Tend offers assisted hygiene support, continuing education and professional development, malpractice insurance, medical, dental and vision insurance, a Dental Wellness Program, paid time off and company holidays, a 401(k), life and AD&D insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, and flexible and pre-tax spending options.

Requirements

Degree from an accredited dental hygiene program.
Current, active hygiene license in the state of application.
Current anesthesia/nitrous license where applicable.
Current CPR/BLS certification.
Comfort with digital charting, X-rays, intraoral cameras, and technology-driven care.
For Lead Hygienist roles: proven lead-role experience training, mentoring, and coaching other hygienists, plus additional clinical experience beyond the standard Hygienist requirement.
Ability to sit and stand for extended periods while performing hygiene procedures; Leads must also be able to do so while 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 during patient care.
Ability to occasionally lift or move equipment, instrument trays, and supplies up to 25 pounds.
Ability to communicate effectively and compassionately with patients, team members, and other healthcare professionals in person and via technology.

Responsibilities

Provide 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 accordance with evidence-based guidelines.
Work with a dedicated dental assistant to manage patient flow, sterilization, room turnover, patient care, and documentation.
Partner with dentists during hygiene exams to identify patient needs and recommend treatment plans.
Support hygiene production by making effective use of chair time, recommending preventive care, and supporting same-day treatment opportunities.
Build patient relationships through clear communication, trust, and personalized education.
Collaborate with doctors, assistants, and operations leaders to support seamless patient care.
Participate in continuing education, internal hygiene forums, and peer collaboration.
For Lead Hygienists: train and onboard hygienists and hygiene assistants in clinical standards, workflows, and patient care protocols.
For Lead Hygienists: mentor team members, provide constructive feedback, and support their clinical and professional development.
For Lead Hygienists: improve studio-wide hygiene flow, sterilization protocols, and room-turnover efficiency.
For Lead Hygienists: monitor team performance and production opportunities, support same-day treatment acceptance, and help meet patient-care, quality, and business objectives.
For Lead Hygienists: lead hygiene team meetings, promote continuing education, and drive the Team (Assisted) Hygiene model and new clinical and operational initiatives.

Benefits

Assisted hygiene support from a dental assistant.
Virtual and in-person continuing education and professional development, with additional leadership training for Leads.
Full malpractice insurance coverage.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
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), health savings accounts (HSAs), and pre-tax transit options.
Base hourly pay plus a monthly bonus tied to adjusted production.