Associate Dentist

This is more than just another associate position!

You'll join a respected private practice with an established reputation, modern technology, an experienced team, and real opportunity for professional and financial growth. And your schedule won't be empty: we average 65+ new patients a month and care for 4,727 active patients.

Who we're looking for

A dentist who likes to think outside the box and enjoys endodontics and oral surgery. If you want to keep those cases in-house instead of referring them out, you'll have the patient flow, the team, and the technology to do it. New grads with a strong clinical foundation are encouraged to apply, as are experienced dentists. Relocating from outside the area is a plus.

Why Mountain View Dental

• A mentor. Dr. Ben Crusan is always willing to help, whether it's a second opinion, a tricky case, or a hand chairside.
• A team that makes your day easier. Our assistants, front office, and hygienists have years of experience, and many have been with us a long time.
• Modern technology. A 10-operatory facility with iTero digital scanning, Waterlase® laser, Invisalign®, digital workflows, and Dentrix.
• Room to grow. We invest in continuing education and advanced tools.
• A great place to live. Ridgefield is a fast-growing community with strong schools, abundant outdoor recreation, and easy access to Portland.

Compensation and benefits

$100,000 – $350,000 per year, with a competitive compensation package:

• Health insurance with option for HSA
• Dental benefits
• 401(k) with matching and profit sharing
• Paid continuing education
• Costco membership
• A supportive, experienced team committed to your success

What you'll do

• Provide comprehensive general dentistry for patients of all ages: exams, diagnosis, treatment planning, restorative, and preventive care
• Use digital workflows to deliver efficient, high-quality care and a great patient experience
• Educate patients and build lasting relationships that support practice growth
• Keep accurate, timely documentation in Dentrix Ascend
• Collaborate with clinical and administrative teams, and take part in team meetings
• Follow clinical, infection control, and safety protocols, and pursue continuing education

What you bring

• DDS or DMD from an accredited institution
• Current, unrestricted Washington State dental license and DEA registration
• Strong clinical skills in diagnosis, treatment planning, restorative, and preventive care
• Warm chairside manner and a patient-centered approach
• Proficiency in, or real interest in, digital dentistry (iTero, Invisalign®, laser, Dentrix)
• A teamwork mindset, a commitment to evidence-based practice, and integrity
• Private practice experience preferred, but not required

About us

Mountain View Dental is a private, patient-centered practice that has served Ridgefield, Washington for 20 years. Led by Dr. Ben Crusan, we're committed to clinical excellence, compassionate care, and long-term patient relationships. We value teamwork, integrity, and an exceptional experience for every patient who walks through our doors.

If you're looking for a practice where you can build a long-term career while making a meaningful impact in your community, we'd love to meet you.

How to apply

Visit Mountain View Dental in person or at www.ridgefielddentist.com to learn more about our practice and see why patients consistently leave us 5-star reviews.

Email your CV to [email protected]

Questions? Call Dr. Ben Crusan directly at 360-624-6718.

Take the next step in your dental career with Mountain View Dental, where exceptional dentistry meets exceptional opportunity.

Pay: $100,000.00 - $350,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement

Experience:

• General dentistry: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• Do you have a valid Washington State Dental license (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Ridgefield, WA 98642 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Ridgefield, WA 98642: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Patient treatment planning • Private practice • Dentistry • Profit sharing • Completing CE credits • Teamwork • Dental diagnosis • Dental office • Private practice experience • Doctoral degree • Surgery • Part-time • Dental care patient counseling • Post-session clinical documentation • Health savings account • General dentistry • Dental License • Email • In-person customer service • Full-time • Care documentation • Patient safety • Health insurance • Dental insurance • 401(k) • Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) • Preventive health (patient care) • Evidence-based practice • Tuition reimbursement • Endodontics • Dentrix • Intraoral scanners • Patient care • US work authorization • DEA License • Dental equipment • Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) • Digital dental impression taking • Dental treatment planning • Healthcare infection prevention and control compliance expertise • Patient interaction • 401(k) matching • In-person • Employee discount • Patient treatment • Patient education • Oral surgery • Safety standard operating procedures • Flexible schedule • Entry level • Retirement plan