Quieter times: No historical wait time data is available for this facility. As a small rural health centre, weekday mornings and early afternoons (when full clinic staffing is present) may be the most resource-rich times for non-emergency visits. For true emergencies, the department is staffed 24/7.
Busier times: No historical wait time data is available. As with most emergency departments, late evenings and weekends may see reduced ancillary staffing for non-emergency services. For anything non-urgent, visiting during regular clinic hours (Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.) is advisable.
White Bay Central Health Centre, located at 63 Cloud Drive in Roddickton on Newfoundland's Northern Peninsula, is a 24/7 primary and emergency health centre serving Roddickton-Bide Arm and surrounding rural communities under NL Health Services' Labrador-Grenfell Zone. The facility provides emergency and urgent care, laboratory services, diagnostic imaging, and virtual specialist consultations via videoconferencing, staffed by registered nurses with an expanded scope of practice and two physicians. Patients requiring advanced surgical intervention, specialized trauma care, or complex diagnostics will be stabilized on site and transferred to a larger regional facility as needed.
Services & Specialties
24/7 emergency and urgent care, Basic laboratory services and blood work on site, On-site X-ray with digital image transmission to radiologist, Virtual emergency and specialist care via videoconferencing, Mental health nursing, Dental services, Pregnancy and post-natal care, 24-hour ambulance service with nursing escort, Diagnostic imaging, Clinical examination rooms, Holding beds for observation.
Amenities
Free on-site parking
Patient waiting area
Community pharmacy available locally for prescription dispensing (medications are not dispensed at the facility itself)
Videoconferencing and tele-diagnostic equipment for specialist consultations
If you require prescription medications after your visit, note that the facility does not dispense medications on site — locate the community pharmacy in Roddickton in advance.
For non-emergency specialist needs, ask about the facility's videoconferencing service, which connects patients with specialists at larger centres without requiring long-distance travel.
Because Roddickton is a remote community, consider arriving with a full tank of gas and ensuring your vehicle is road-ready, especially in winter months on the Northern Peninsula.
For life-threatening emergencies such as chest pain, stroke symptoms, or serious trauma, call 911 — 24-hour ambulance service with nursing personnel is available to assist with transport.
Basic blood work can be completed on site, but other diagnostic tests are sent to a central lab, so be prepared for some results to take additional time.
What to Bring
Government-issued photo ID (e.g., driver's licence or passport)
Provincial health card (MCP card)
List of current medications, doses, and allergies
Any relevant medical records or referral letters
Provincial or private insurance information
Emergency contact information
Warm clothing or a blanket, especially during colder months when waits may occur
Snacks and water for yourself or accompanying family members, as on-site food services are not confirmed
Parking
Free on-site parking is available in the facility's parking lot. Accessible parking details are not publicly documented; contact the facility directly if you have specific accessibility needs.
Getting There
No public transit routes serve White Bay Central Health Centre. Roddickton is a rural community on Newfoundland's Northern Peninsula; personal vehicle or ambulance are the primary means of reaching the facility.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the emergency department at White Bay Central Health Centre open all night?
Yes. The emergency department at White Bay Central Health Centre in Roddickton operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Can I get X-rays and blood work done at White Bay Central Health Centre?
Yes, both services are available on site. Blood work can be processed in the on-site lab for basic tests, while other samples are sent to a central lab. X-rays are taken at the facility and images are sent digitally to a radiologist at another location for interpretation.
Does White Bay Central Health Centre have virtual care or specialist consultations?
Yes. The facility is equipped with videoconferencing and tele-diagnostic technology, allowing patients to consult with specialists at larger centres without having to travel. Virtual emergency care is also available as part of NL Health Services' Labrador-Grenfell Zone expansion.
What happens if I need surgery or specialized treatment that isn't available in Roddickton?
White Bay Central Health Centre is a primary-level health centre. Patients requiring surgery, advanced trauma care, cardiac intervention, or complex specialist treatment will be assessed and stabilized on site and then transferred to an appropriate larger regional facility.
Is there a pharmacy at White Bay Central Health Centre?
No. The facility does not dispense medications on site. Prescriptions can be filled at a pharmacy located in the Roddickton community. It is a good idea to identify the local pharmacy before your visit.
Is there parking at White Bay Central Health Centre, and is it free?
Yes, free on-site parking is available in the facility's parking lot at 63 Cloud Drive, Roddickton. For specific accessibility parking inquiries, contact the health centre directly at 709-457-2215.
Emergency departments use triage. Patients with more serious conditions are seen first, regardless of arrival time.
Wait times are estimates based on Newfoundland & Labrador health data. Actual wait times may vary.
This hospital does not publish a live wait, so the figure above comes from our model rather than from its own feed. We publish how that model performs where it can be checked, at the hospitals that do publish. See the accuracy scorecard, or how we work the number out.
If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 immediately.
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