Job Description
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 $78/hr with bonus. You'll receive transparency and support to help you thrive - no surprises, just opportunity. What You'll Do 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 wit