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Tend · 4 days ago

Hygiene Assistant

Boston, MA

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$24/hr - $26/hr

Tend is a modern dental practice focused on providing exceptional patient care. As a Hygiene Assistant, you will support hygienists in delivering patient services, prepare treatment rooms, take x-rays, and assist during hygiene procedures while ensuring a comfortable experience for patients.

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Responsibilities

Prepare and reset treatment rooms between hygiene appointments, ensuring adherence to OSHA and CDC standards

Take dental radiographs and maintain accurate, complete patient records

Support hygienists chairside during hygiene appointments, anticipating needs and assisting with patient care

Ensure patients feel comfortable, informed, and cared for throughout their hygiene visit

Manage instruments and sterilization protocols to maintain a safe and efficient workflow

Collaborate with hygienists, dentists, and studio teammates to deliver an excellent patient experience

Participate in training and development to continue building clinical skills and knowledge

Qualification

Dental radiographsState-required certificationsCPR/BLS certificationClinical knowledgeCommunication skillsInterpersonal abilitiesAdaptability

Required

State-required certifications, registrations, or licenses for dental assistants (as applicable)

Current CPR/BLS certification

Strong interest in developing clinical 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)

Ability to sit and stand for extended periods while assisting with dental procedures

Manual dexterity and fine motor skills to handle dental instruments precisely

Adequate vision (with or without correction) to read charts, interpret radiographs, and operate clinical equipment

Ability to bend, reach, and maintain ergonomic positioning for patient care

Occasional lifting or movement of equipment and supplies up to 25 pounds

Ability to communicate effectively with patients, team members, and other healthcare professionals in person and via technology