Dental Assistant: Grow Clinically in a Collaborative Studio

Tend; Washington; On-site; USD 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Training and CE opportunities

Life and AD&D insurance

Disability coverage

FSAs/HSAs and transit benefits

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Tend offers a path for Dental Assistants to grow clinically within a modern, patient-first dental studio. You’ll provide chairside support, help prepare rooms, and ensure patients are comfortable and informed throughout visits.

You’ll work with dentists, hygienists, and teammates to maintain efficient studio flow, uphold safety standards, and contribute to a high-quality patient experience across general and hygiene procedures.

Qualifications

• All state-required certifications, registrations, or licenses for dental assistants.
• Current CPR/BLS certification.
• Chairside knowledge and patient care skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work full-time (32–40 hours) or part-time (2–3 days) including some Saturdays.
• Adaptability to new technologies and workflows in a modern studio.

Responsibilities

• Deliver outstanding chairside support to dentists and/or hygienists across procedures.
• Ensure patients feel comfortable, informed, and cared for throughout their visit.
• Anticipate provider and team needs to maintain efficient studio flow.
• Collaborate with teammates to deliver a seamless, high-quality patient experience.
• Prepare and maintain treatment rooms, instruments, and equipment per OSHA/CDC standards.
• Manage sterilization workflows and maintain a safe, clean clinical environment.
• Take dental radiographs and support accurate patient records as permitted.

Skills

Chairside support

Patient care

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

Dental assistant certification

CPR/BLS certification

Tools

Radiographs

Sterilization protocols

Job description

Tend offers a path for Dental Assistants to grow clinically within a modern, patient-first dental studio. You’ll provide chairside support, help prepare rooms, and ensure patients are comfortable and informed throughout visits.

You’ll work with dentists, hygienists, and teammates to maintain efficient studio flow, uphold safety standards, and contribute to a high-quality patient experience across general and hygiene procedures.