BCH is committed to supporting the next generation of healthcare professionals! As part of our commitment to advancing excellence in the medical field, we are proud to offer dedicated scholarship and training opportunities to support you while pursuing your dream career in healthcare.

• Grow Your Own Scholarship – This scholarship program was formed by the employees of the hospital in 2007 to help high school students, community members and/or employees who are interested in a profession in the medical field!
• The Linda Clark Work of Heart Scholarship – This is a CNA to RN – or LPN to RN Tuition scholarship and stipend program – BCH is seeking applicants from within our rural community who want to go back to school to get their Registered Nursing (RN) degree. This opportunity will allow a CNA or LPN to go back to school and work toward their RN degree while working part-time at BCH. If accepted into this program, BCH not only pays for your college tuition, but we also provide a monthly stipend for living expenses while in school.
• Medical Assistant Apprenticeship – BCH has partnered with North Idaho College (NIC’s) Workforce Training Center in this accelerated program. This 8.5-month program teaches direct patient care and clinical and administrative skills necessary for this high-demand career. To participate, you must be or become employed at BCH and have with an assigned Clinical Preceptor who is either an RN, LPN, or experienced Medical Assistant. More information can be found on NIC’s website: Medical Assistant Apprenticeship (MAA) – North Idaho College Workforce Training Center

Our goal is to help reduce financial barriers and support the growth of skilled, compassionate healthcare professionals.

Contact us to learn more about eligibility and the application process!

BCH Human Resources:

Phone: 208-245-7614

Email: [email protected]

BetterCARE will be having their annual Winter Gala on Friday, December 5^th at the Cormana Building.

Social hour begins at 4:00p.m. with Dinner beginning at 5:30p.m.

Join us for this semi-formal event supporting BetterCARE, Inc. Benewah Community Hospital’s foundation.

Entertainment, silent auction and live auction.

St. Maries Family Medicine Clinic will be offering Free Sports Physicals between May 22-August 22, 2025. Free Sports physicals are also available in SM Quick Care by walk-in appointment!

Call to schedule your appointment at SMFM: 208-245-2591

SMFM Clinic Hours:

Monday-Friday 8am-5pm,

closed 12pm-1pm for lunch

SM Quick Care Hours:

Monday-Friday 10am-7pm

Saturday 9am-3pm

*Your child must bring a completed/signed Idaho Health Examination and Consent Form to their appointment. If the consent form is not signed by a parent/guardian, you must accompany your child to the physical.

Sunday, December 8th will be the annual BetterCARE Winter Gala! It has been a few years since BetterCARE has had their Winter Gala, but this year it will be back better than ever!

Join us for this semi-formal event at the Cormana Building in St. Maries to enjoy dinner, entertainment, and a live auction. Social Hour begins at 4:00p.m. with Dinner being served at 5:00p.m. Tickets are $30 per person and must be purchased by December 2nd.

BetterCARE is BCH’s foundation. All proceeds earned supports Benewah Community Hospital providing “Better Care” to our patients!

COVID-19 UPDATE

The health and safety of our staff and community is BCH’s highest priority.

Can I still contract COVID-19 after I am fully vaccinated?

Yes, you can still get COVID-19 if you are fully vaccinated (although less likely) – but if you do, you are less likely to get seriously ill/hospitalized.

Where can I get vaccinated?

• Panhandle Health District
  • Coronavirus – Vaccine Information – Panhandle Health District
  • Panhandle Health District: 800-878-2364
• Jack’s Pharmacy
  • 208-245-4578
  • 103 E. College Ave., St. Maries, ID 83861
• Due to staffing, BCH no longer provides vaccine clinics.

BCH’s Mask Policy

• We are not requiring masks for patients and visitors. We ask that you please wear a mask if you are sick.

BCH’s Visitor Policy

• BCH is now allowing visitors, but we ask that you limit the number of visitors.
• Please do not accompany or visit patients if you are sick. 

 BCH thanks you for your understanding during the COVID-19 pandemic as we strive to keep our staff and community healthy!

 For more information on the status of COVID-19 in our region, please visit Panhandle Health’s website: https://panhandlehealthdistrict.org/covid-19/