Dental Hygienist

Job overview

Dental Hygienist - $5k Sign-On Bonus in Somerville, MA. This is an onsite position with a salary range of $52-$61/hour. Tend is a modern dental studio focused on delivering top-tier preventive care. As a Dental Hygienist at Tend, you will deliver comprehensive preventive and periodontal care, collaborate with a dedicated dental assistant, and maintain strong relationships with patients. The role focuses on clinical excellence and outstanding patient experiences within a supportive team environment.

What you'll do

• Deliver comprehensive preventive and periodontal care (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).
• Collaborate with a dedicated dental assistant to optimize schedule, manage sterilization and room turnover, and support patient care and documentation.
• Partner with dentists for hygiene exams to identify and recommend treatment plans.
• 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.
• Maintain strong relationships with patients through clear communication, trust-building, and personalized education.
• Collaborate closely with the broader studio team.
• Engage in ongoing professional development.

What we're looking for

Education

Degree from an accredited dental hygiene program

Experience

Degree from an accredited dental hygiene program

Skills & competencies

dental hygienist

somerville ma

full-time

day shift

weekends required

sign-on bonus

tend

preventive care

periodontal care

patient education

$52-$61/hr

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) plan, Paid Time Off (PTO), Malpractice Insurance, CE & Professional Development

About the employer

Tend is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Physicians (except Mental Health Specialists). Sector: 62.