Lead Dentist

We’re Tend — Dental Done Differently.

Tend was founded to make going to the dentist something people actually look forward to. We blend thoughtfully designed studios, top-tier clinical care, advanced technology, and a hospitality-driven mindset to create a dental experience that’s human, personalized, and exceptional from start to finish.

Since launching in 2019, we’ve delivered care to over 100,000 patients across New York, Washington DC, Boston, Atlanta, and Nashville. With thousands of five-star reviews and over 650 passionate team members, Tend is one of the fastest-growing and highest-rated dental brands in the country — and we’re just getting started.

Whether you’re delivering care in our studios or supporting our growth behind the scenes, every role at Tend contributes to reimagining the future of dental health — for patients and for the people who care for them.

We’re growing fast — and we’re looking for values-driven, mission-aligned talent to grow with us.

 

At Tend, we do dentistry differently — without compromising on excellence or ambition. As a Lead Dentist, you’ll set the bar for clinical quality, mentor a high-performing team, and help shape the patient experience across your studio. You’ll balance delivering best-in-class dentistry with leading and coaching dentists, hygienists, and dental assistants to excel clinically and professionally. Together with the Studio Manager, you’ll create an environment that embraces Tend’s Mission, Vision, and Values — and drives both patient and studio success.

We offer a guaranteed base plus a production bonus. Lead Dentists earn 32–40% of their adjusted production, making this one of the most competitive compensation models in the industry. You’ll also receive leadership bonuses, transparency, and support to help you thrive.

What You’ll Do

Clinical Leadership & Mentorship

• Mentor and coach dentists, hygienists, and dental assistants in diagnosis, treatment planning, clinical skills, and patient care
• Conduct regular performance reviews for general dentists; create action plans as needed
• Partner with the Lead Hygienist and Lead Dental Assistant to provide team-wide mentorship and development
• Lead clinical onboarding and quality assurance reviews for new hires
• Ensure consistent delivery of high-quality care and patient experience across all providers

Studio Performance & Patient Care

• Deliver comprehensive dentistry services at or above the standard of care, while modeling clinical excellence for your team
• Partner with the Studio Manager to optimize schedules, improve patient access, and achieve production and care outcome goals
• Lead daily pre-shift huddles and studio calibrations focused on workflow, patient care, and efficiency
• Review and analyze clinical outcomes (e.g., REDOs, escalations) and implement solutions to continuously improve care
• Take ownership of complex cases and coordinate member escalations, including making determinations on refunds and clinical resolution

Culture & Team Development

• Build a collaborative, inclusive, and growth-oriented studio culture with your Studio Manager and clinical leads
• Identify and nurture clinical team members with leadership potential
• Participate in leadership development meetings and cascade key updates to your studio team
• Model Tend’s mission, vision, and values every day — and inspire others to do the same

Who You Are

You embody our Tend values and demonstrate advanced leadership competencies that ensure patient success, team excellence, and studio growth.

Tend Values

• Tend to Others – Deliver outstanding oral health outcomes and patient experiences. You put the team and patient first, even in fast-paced settings.
• Be Brave Enough to Lead – Act with integrity and take initiative to solve problems, coach others, and raise the bar.
• Savor the Ride – Celebrate wins, stay resilient in challenging moments, and bring positivity to the workplace.
• Embrace Our Differences – Welcome and value diverse backgrounds, ideas, and feedback. Communicate with respect and trust.
• Rooted in Growth – Seek ongoing learning and improvement—for yourself and your team.

Role-Based Competencies

• Earn and Give Trust – Earn the confidence of patients and teammates through honesty, transparency, and follow-through.
• Lead with Clinical Judgement – Make sound clinical decisions grounded in data, evidence, and patient needs.