ST. JOSEPH'S HOSPITAL / HÔPITAL ST. JOSEPH

Location & Access

130 Bayard Drive, Saint John, NB E2L 3L6

On-site parking is available at St. Joseph's Hospital at a rate of $2 per hour or $8 per day. The facility is fully wheelchair accessible.

Saint John Transit serves St. Joseph's Hospital via Bus #21 (hourly, approximately 7:50 AM to 5:50 PM) and Bus #23 (hourly, approximately 8:25 AM to 6:25 PM). Note that bus service does not cover the full Urgent Care Centre hours; if visiting in the evening, arrange alternative transportation.

About ST. JOSEPH'S HOSPITAL / HÔPITAL ST. JOSEPH

St. Joseph's Hospital / Hôpital St. Joseph at 130 Bayard Drive in Saint John, New Brunswick operates an Urgent Care Centre serving patients of all ages with non-life-threatening illnesses and injuries requiring same-day attention. Part of Horizon Health Network and recognized as a Centre of Excellence for Geriatric Medicine, this facility offers physician-led triage, diagnostic testing including X-rays and ultrasounds, and specialized programs such as a Breast Health Program and women's health services. Patients with severe or life-threatening conditions are stabilized and transferred by ambulance to Saint John Regional Hospital, which operates a full 24-hour emergency department.

Services & Specialties

Urgent Care Centre (non-life-threatening illnesses and injuries), Geriatric Medicine – Centre of Excellence, Breast Health Program, Women's Health Services, Ambulatory Surgical Centre, Diagnostic Imaging (X-ray, Ultrasound), ENT (Ear, Nose & Throat) Clinic, Gastroenterology Clinic, Ophthalmology Clinic, Orthopedic Surgery Clinic, Oncology Clinic, Pediatrics Clinic, Dietitian Services, New Brunswick Organ and Tissue Program – Ocular Division, Medical and Surgical Clinics.

Amenities

• Free Wi-Fi for patients and families (provided by Horizon Health Network in partnership with hospital Foundation)
• Wheelchair accessible entrance and facilities
• On-site parking

Best Times to Visit

Quieter times: Mid-morning (shortly after the 9:00 AM opening) on weekdays tends to be a good time to visit for shorter waits. As with most urgent care centres, volume typically increases throughout the day and into the evening.

Busier times: Late afternoon and evening hours (5:00 PM–8:30 PM) are generally busier as people visit after work or school. Weekends can also see higher patient volumes. Arrive earlier in the day when possible for faster service.

Tips Before You Go

• This is an Urgent Care Centre, not a 24/7 emergency department — for life-threatening emergencies such as chest pain, stroke symptoms, or severe trauma, call 911 or go directly to Saint John Regional Hospital at 400 University Avenue.
• Registration at the Urgent Care Centre closes at 8:30 PM, so arrive well before 9:00 PM to be seen the same day.
• For non-life-threatening conditions like minor injuries, infections, or illnesses that can't wait for a scheduled appointment, St. Joseph's Urgent Care typically has shorter wait times than the Saint John Regional Hospital Emergency Department.
• Saint John Transit buses #21 and #23 serve the hospital but stop running well before the 9 PM Urgent Care closing time — plan ahead for evening visits.
• If you are referred from Urgent Care to Saint John Regional Hospital, transport is arranged by ambulance — you do not need to arrange your own transfer for serious conditions.

What to Bring

• Provincial health card (New Brunswick Medicare card)
• Government-issued photo ID
• List of current medications including dosages
• List of known allergies
• Any relevant medical records or recent test results
• Insurance information (if applicable, for non-residents)
• Comfortable clothing appropriate for examination
• Something to occupy your time while waiting (book, phone charger, headphones)

Frequently Asked Questions

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 New Brunswick health data. Actual wait times may vary.

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