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Rocky Mountain House Health Centre is a full-service community hospital located at 5016 52 Avenue in Rocky Mountain House, Alberta, serving residents of the town and surrounding Clearwater County. The facility operates a 24/7 emergency department staffed by physicians, registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and respiratory therapists, providing triage, assessment, treatment, and stabilization with transfer to higher-level care when needed. With 31 acute care beds, an operating room, obstetrics, hemodialysis, palliative care, and a rural crisis response team, this health centre offers a broad scope of care well beyond a basic rural ER.
Services & Specialties
24/7 Emergency Department, Acute Care (31 beds), Obstetrics and Labour & Delivery, Hemodialysis, Palliative and Respite Care, Operating Room / Surgical Services, Mental Health and Addiction Services, Rural Crisis Response Team, Domestic Abuse Response Team (DART), Cardiac Monitoring, Pulmonary Rehabilitation (Breathe Easy Program), Child, Youth and Family Mental Health Therapy, Community and Public Health Services, Indigenous Liaison Services, On-Site Pharmacy, Interpreter and Translation Services, Canadian Triage and Acuity Scale (CTAS) Triage.
The ED direct line is 403-844-5262 — call ahead if you have questions about whether your situation requires emergency care.
If you or someone with you has experienced domestic violence, the Domestic Abuse Response Team (DART) is accessible through the emergency department and supports patients of all genders.
Indigenous patients and families can request Indigenous liaison support for hospital rounds, medical appointments, or case conferences — ask staff when you arrive.
For non-urgent health questions at any time of day, call 811 (Health Link) for free advice from registered nurses before making the trip to the ER.
Bring any prescription medications or a current medication list with you — the on-site pharmacy can assist your care team with medication management during your visit.
What to Bring
Valid Alberta Health Care Insurance Plan (AHCIP) card or provincial health card
Government-issued photo ID
List of current medications, dosages, and allergies
Any relevant medical records, referral letters, or imaging results
Alberta Blue Cross or private insurance information if applicable
Phone charger or portable battery pack for longer waits
A light snack and water bottle (for accompanying support persons)
Comfort items such as a book or headphones while waiting
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the phone number for the Rocky Mountain House Health Centre emergency department?
The ED can be reached directly at 403-844-5262. For general hospital inquiries, call the switchboard at 403-845-3347.
Does Rocky Mountain House Health Centre have an operating room on site?
Yes, the facility has an on-site operating room theatre with reprocessing capabilities, allowing for surgical care without automatic transfer to a larger centre.
Can I access mental health or addiction support through the emergency department?
Yes. The health centre has a Rural Crisis Response Team, Adult Addiction and Mental Health Services, and Assertive Outreach programs. Crisis support can be accessed through the emergency department.
Is interpreter or translation service available at this ER?
Yes, interpreter and translation services are available at Rocky Mountain House Health Centre to support patients who communicate in languages other than English.
Where is the emergency entrance at Rocky Mountain House Health Centre?
The emergency entrance is on the southeast side of the building, near the water tower and south of the swimming pool at 5016 52 Avenue.
Does Rocky Mountain House Health Centre offer obstetrics or labour and delivery services?
Yes, the facility has two labour and delivery rooms and provides obstetrical care on site, making it a suitable option for expectant mothers in the Rocky Mountain House and Clearwater County area.