Elk Point Healthcare Centre

Elk Point, AB

PREDICTED Moderate confidence
Up to 4h 23m
Most likely 1h 46m
Typically 1h 34m – 2h 44m at this hospital

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Fort Saskatchewan Community Hospital
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5310 50 Ave, Elk Point, AB (780) 724-3847 Hospital website

About Elk Point Healthcare Centre

Elk Point Healthcare Centre is a fully integrated rural facility in Elk Point, Alberta, combining 24/7 emergency services, 12 acute care beds, and community health services under one roof. The emergency department is staffed by physicians, registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and respiratory therapists who triage patients using the standardized Canadian Triage and Acuity Scale (CTAS). The centre is well-suited for urgent and acute care needs in the region and can stabilize patients requiring transfer to a larger facility for higher-level or specialized care.

Services & Specialties

24/7 Emergency Department, Acute Care (12 beds), General Medicine, Laboratory Services, General Radiography (X-Ray), Physiotherapy, Pharmacy, Home Care, Continuing Care Services, Ambulatory Services, Rehabilitation Services, Immunization (adult, infant/preschool, and school), Breastfeeding Clinic, Early Childhood Intervention Program, Indigenous Hospital Support Services, Indigenous Wellness Core, Alberta Aids to Daily Living Program, Interpreter and Translation Services, Health Information / Records Management.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Elk Point Healthcare Centre have a 24/7 emergency department?
Yes, the emergency department at Elk Point Healthcare Centre operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week, staffed by physicians, registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and respiratory therapists.
What triage system does the Elk Point ER use?
The emergency department uses the Canadian Triage and Acuity Scale (CTAS), which is the national standard. Patients are assessed on arrival and seen in order of medical urgency, not arrival time.
Can Elk Point Healthcare Centre handle serious emergencies or will I be transferred?
The centre can assess, treat, and stabilize a wide range of emergencies. For conditions requiring a higher level of specialized care — such as complex trauma, cardiac intervention, or neurosurgery — staff will stabilize you and coordinate a transfer to an appropriate regional facility.
Is there a pharmacy at Elk Point Healthcare Centre?
Yes, an on-site pharmacy is part of the facility. The pharmacy works with healthcare providers to supply medications and clinical services to both inpatients and long-term care residents.
Are interpreter or translation services available at the Elk Point ER?
Yes, interpreter and translation services are available at Elk Point Healthcare Centre to help ensure patients can communicate effectively with care providers.
Does Elk Point Healthcare Centre offer physiotherapy services?
Yes, physiotherapy services are available and include exercises, ultrasound, laser, heat, mobilization, and acupuncture. Physiotherapy hours are Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm. Speak with ER staff about a referral if needed.

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