Dental Assistant: Chairside Support, Growth & Sign-On Bonus

Tend; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k)

Ongoing training, mentorship, and CE

Life & AD&D insurance

FSAs/HSAs and pre-tax transit

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Tend in Boston is hiring Dental Assistants to provide chairside support and ensure a comfortable patient experience across a range of procedures. You will help maintain rooms, prep instruments, and assist dentists and hygienists to keep the studio flow smooth.

As part of the Team Hygiene model and clinical team, you’ll participate in training, stay compliant with safety standards, and contribute to delivering high-quality care. Full-time or part-time schedules available, with a sign-on bonus.

Qualifications

• State-required certifications, registrations, or licenses for dental assistants.
• Current CPR/BLS certification.
• Demonstrated chairside knowledge and patient care skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work a full-time schedule (32–40 hours) or part-time 2–3 days including Saturdays.

Responsibilities

• Deliver chairside support to dentists and hygienists across procedures.
• Prepare and maintain treatment rooms, instruments, and equipment per OSHA and CDC.
• Take dental radiographs and support patient records as permitted.
• Support dentists and hygienists to optimize clinical productivity.
• Assist during hygiene appointments and participate in ongoing skill development.

Skills

Chairside knowledge

Patient care

Communication

Adaptability

Team collaboration

Education

Dental Assistant Certification

CPR/BLS Certification

Job description

Tend in Boston is hiring Dental Assistants to provide chairside support and ensure a comfortable patient experience across a range of procedures. You will help maintain rooms, prep instruments, and assist dentists and hygienists to keep the studio flow smooth.

As part of the Team Hygiene model and clinical team, you’ll participate in training, stay compliant with safety standards, and contribute to delivering high-quality care. Full-time or part-time schedules available, with a sign-on bonus.