Valleyview Health Centre

Valleyview, AB · Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

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This emergency department is open around the clock.

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About Valleyview Health Centre

Valleyview Health Centre is a rural community hospital located at 4802 Highway Street E in Valleyview, Alberta, serving residents of the Peace Country region with around-the-clock emergency care. The 24/7 emergency department is staffed by physicians, registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and respiratory therapists who use the Canadian Triage and Acuity Scale (CTAS) to prioritize patient care. Patients requiring specialized or tertiary care beyond the facility's capabilities may be stabilized and transferred to a larger regional centre such as Grande Prairie.

Services & Specialties

24/7 Emergency Department Canadian Triage and Acuity Scale (CTAS) patient assessment General radiography (X-ray) Laboratory services Pharmacy Physical therapy Occupational therapy Cardiac diagnostics and monitoring Nutrition counselling (adults and pediatrics) Diabetes management Addiction and mental health services (Recovery Alberta) Indigenous Hospital Support Services Indigenous Wellness Core Domestic Abuse Response Team (DART) Interpreter and translation services Continuing care services Health information and records management Patient stabilization and inter-facility transfer coordination

Amenities

Parking & Transit

Parking is available on-site at Valleyview Health Centre. The facility has a wheelchair-accessible entrance. Specific lot details and fees are not publicly documented — contact the hospital directly at 780-524-3356 for current parking information.

Valleyview is a small rural community with no formal public transit routes serving the hospital. The facility is located on Highway Street E and is most easily reached by personal vehicle. Patients are advised to arrange private transportation in advance.

Best Times to Visit

🟢 Quieter times

No historical wait-time data is currently available for this facility. Generally, rural emergency departments tend to be less busy during weekday mornings and early afternoons. If your concern is non-urgent, these hours also align with full on-site diagnostic service availability.

🔴 Busier times

Without historical data, specific peak times cannot be confirmed. Like most emergency departments, evenings, weekends, and holidays may see higher patient volumes. If your condition is not an emergency, checking wait times before heading in can help you plan your visit.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Valleyview Health Centre have a 24/7 emergency department?
Yes. The emergency department at Valleyview Health Centre is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, staffed by physicians, registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and respiratory therapists.
What happens if I need specialized care that Valleyview Health Centre cannot provide?
As a rural community hospital, Valleyview Health Centre can assess, treat, and stabilize patients, and will arrange transfer to a higher-level facility — typically in Grande Prairie — if your condition requires specialized or tertiary care.
Are Indigenous support services available at the Valleyview Health Centre emergency department?
Yes. Indigenous Hospital Support Services are available to Indigenous patients and their families. Support workers can attend hospital rounds and medical appointments, provide language interpretation, and help ensure culturally sensitive care throughout your visit.
Can I get help for domestic violence at the Valleyview Health Centre ER?
Yes. The Domestic Abuse Response Team (DART) provides confidential, non-judgmental support for patients of all genders experiencing domestic violence. You can request a DART referral at the emergency department and do not need to be in an active crisis to access this service.
Is X-ray available at Valleyview Health Centre?
General radiography (X-ray) is available Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 4:15 pm. For imaging needs outside those hours, the emergency team will manage your care based on what is clinically available.
Is there parking and accessibility at Valleyview Health Centre?
The facility has on-site parking and a wheelchair-accessible entrance. Specific parking fees and lot details are not publicly listed — call the hospital at 780-524-3356 for the most current information.

About ER Wait Times

Emergency departments use triage — patients with more serious conditions are seen first, regardless of arrival time.

Wait times are estimates based on Alberta health data using historical volumes, current patient counts, and staffing. Actual wait times may vary.

If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 immediately.

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