Riverwood Healthcare Center is introducing a new annual scholarship with awards to eligible high school students in the Aitkin County community (Aitkin, Hill City and McGregor) and/or current employees who wish to pursue a degree in healthcare. In 2022, applications are open to students wishing to pursue a career as a medical laboratory tech and/or surgical tech.
“Our hope is that in the future, students will return to work in the communities we serve,” said Lee Reichenbach, Chief Human Resources Officer at Riverwood.
This scholarship is open to students, without respect to race, creed, national origin or any other legally protected class.
Scholarship awards
- Scholarships to cover costs associated with completing the degree program including, but not limited to, tuition, books and fees.
- All applicants will be ranked through the application process including their personal statements, letters of recommendation and required interview(s) with the scholarship selection committee.
- Scholarship Selection Committee’s immediate family are not eligible for the scholarship.
- Late applications will not be accepted.
How to apply
View the Medical Lab Tech or Surgical Tech Scholarship guidelines for more details. Questions may be directed to Christy Hammer, Education Coordinator, Riverwood Human Resources, at 218-927-8282 or chammer@rwhealth.org
See scholarship application. Applications are due March 31 and awards will be made in May.