Ophthalmology

Boriken Neighborhoood Health Center offers high quality comprehensive eye care for adults and children. We provide thorough eye evaluations including for the diagnosis of diseases and the complications of diabetes or HIV. Using state of the art technology, our eye care professionals give comprehensive eye exams to diagnose and treat common vision problems and eye diseases. 

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Our Eye Care Services:

Diagnose & Treat Eye Conditions 
Diabetic & HIV Examinations
Rehabilitative Services 
School Vision Screenings
Glasses Prescription
Visual Field Testing 
Coordinated Referral to 
Subspecialty Eye Care & More!

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Our Optometry Hours:
Wednesdays & Fridays
8am - 4pm
 

Thank You for Donating!

All donations to East Harlem Council for Human Services, Inc. Boriken Neighborhood Health Center are appreciated. To Donate Please
Click Here. 

Boriken Pharmacy
 

To Access the Pharmacy Click Here or
use our app titled “Boriken Pharmacy” available for iPhone and Android.

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U.S. Health & Human Services Funding


This health center receives HHS funding and has Federal Public Health Service (PHS) deemed status with respect to certain health or health-related claims, including medical malpractice claims, for itself and its covered individuals Health Services. 

 

This Health Center is a Health Center Program grantee under 42 U.S.C. 254B and a deemed Public Health Service employee under 42 U.S.C. 233(g)-(n).

Patient Portal

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To Access the Patient Portal Click Here or use the Healow App.

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Our Hours of Operation

Address: 2265 3rd Avenue.
(Corner of E. 123rd St.)

New York, NY, 10035 

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Phone: 212-289-6650 
Fax: 212-360-6149 
E-mail: info@boriken.org 

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Hours: 

Mon & Wed 8am - 6pm 
Tues, Thurs & Fri 8am - 5pm 
Weekends: Closed

©2006-2018 EAST HARLEM COUNCIL FOR HUMAN SERVICES, INC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. 2265 3RD AVENUE, NEW YORK, NY, 10035

To Apply

 

Please forward resume & cover letter including salary requirements to:

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East Harlem Council for Human Services, Inc.

Human Resources Department

2265 Third Avenue

New York, New York 10035-2231

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Fax: (212) 289-0280

Email: hr@boriken.org

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OB/GYN Physician

(Part-time)

 

Responsibilities: Provides comprehensive case managed gynecological services in an ambulatory care setting. Contributes to quality assurance, staff development, and other programmatic and clinical functions.

Qualifications: Current New York State Physician license. Graduate of approved medical school. Completion of approved residency. Board Certified. DEA Certification. CPR Certification. Infection Control Certification. Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills. At least two to three years of clinical experience preferred. Bilingual Spanish preferred. Schedule: Work 2 days per week, 14 hours per week.

 

CERTIFIED NURSE MIDWIFE/WOMEN’S HEALTH NURSE PRACTITIONER

(Part-time)

 

Responsibilities: Provides comprehensive gynecological and prenatal/perinatal/postpartum services in an ambulatory care setting. Follows accepted guidelines as articulated by ACOG/AAP. Contributes to quality assurance, staff development, and other programmatic and clinical functions.

 

Qualifications: Current New York State Certified Nurse Midwife or Nurse Practitioner license. DEA Certification. BLS Certification. Infection Control Certification. Graduate of approved nurse-midwife or nurse practitioner school. Board certification preferred. Two to three years experience preferred. Bilingual Spanish preferred. Schedule: Work 2 days per week, 14 hours per week.

 

 

 

PSYCHIATRIST

(Part-time)

 

Responsibilities: Provide comprehensive psychiatric services to patients, in collaboration with the medical and behavioral health team. Psychiatrists evaluate, diagnose, provide consultation, and treat children, adolescents and/or adults with mental, behavioral, addictive or emotional disorders, including but not limited to psychoses, depression, anxiety disorders, substance abuse disorders, developmental disabilities, sexual dysfunctions, adjustment disorders, attention deficient disorders/disruptive behavior disorders, pervasive developmental disorders (autism spectrum disorders), factitious disorders, somatoform disorders, and personality disorders. Privileges include providing pharmacotherapy, psychotherapy, family therapy, behavior modification, as well as the ordering of diagnostic tests, laboratory tests, and prescribing medications. Evaluation and treatment of children and adolescents under the age of 18 may include the following patient-related activities with their parents or legally designated caregivers: meetings to obtain information necessary for the diagnosis of their child, interpretation of diagnostics and treatment findings, parent counseling, and family therapy. Evaluation and treatment of adults may include the following patient-related activities: interviewing the patient, family, and other persons, observing behaviors; reviewing medical history and related documents; selecting, administering, and interpreting psychological tests; ordering laboratory tests and evaluating results. Treat patients by utilizing psychotherapeutic methods and medications; discussing progress toward goals with patients; providing instructions. Monitor the effect of medications.

 

Qualifications: Graduate of approved medical school. Completion of approved psychiatric residency 

Board-certified or board-eligible. New York State License. DEA Registration. Infection Control Certificate. Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certificate. Bilingual Spanish strongly preferred.


 

NURSING SUPERVISOR

(Full time)

 

Responsibilities: Oversees all of the nursing functions of the Boriken Neighborhood Health Center.  

 

Qualifications: Current New York State Registered Nurse License. CPR Certification. Infection Control Certification. Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills. Knowledge of general nursing theory, practice, methods, and techniques involved in the performance of general nursing services. Bilingual Spanish preferred.

 

CLINICAL QUALITY ANALYST

(Full Time)

 

Responsibilities:  The Clinical Quality Analyst serves as the bridge, between the informatics, clinical and administrative departments, to promote quality care. The Clinical Quality Analyst uses data generated from the electronic medical record and other sources to implement and continuously maintain systems and processes to improve the quality of care rendered to the patients of the East Harlem Council for Human Services, Inc. Boriken Health Center and its School Health Program (Boriken). 

 

Qualifications: Registered Nurse, Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner with a minimum of 1 year of Quality Improvement experience in addition to 4 years of clinical experience. Proficiency with eClinicalWorks. Super-user preferred. Experience in quality improvement or program coordination. Excellent data analysis skills, basic understanding of statistics, program evaluation methods, and program planning tools/methods. Experience in a community-based health center or FQHC setting preferred. Ability to take the initiative and utilize innovative techniques. Experience in producing clinical report documents from source databases. Ability to work with a diverse group of clinical, administrative, and executive staff members. Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills. Excellent communication skills, including writing and presentation skills. Ability to work in a dynamically changing environment with competing priorities. Obtain and/or maintain current proficiency in EMR through continued education/learning.


COORDINATOR OF CLINICAL SUPPORT SERVICES

(Full Time)

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Responsibilities: Provides support for the proper use and maximization of effective and efficient use of the electronic medical record through training, support, and coordination of supportive services.

 

Qualifications: Bachelors Degree in information management, business or medical informatics. Three (3) years of experience in electronic medical records. EClinicalWorks experienced and trained, super-user preferred. Knowledge of clinical regulatory requirements, population management, and value-based payment systems. Bilingual: Spanish/English preferred. Excellent interpersonal skills and communication.

HIV PROGRAM COORDINATOR

 (Full Time)

Responsibilities:  Provide administrative, fiscal, and programmatic oversight of the Ryan White Part C grant-funded program at Boriken Neighborhood Health Center.


 

Qualifications: BSW or similar preferred. Associate Degree with related work experience accepted. Bilingual Spanish strongly preferred. Experience working with individuals living with HIVBB/AIDS, people with a history of substance use and mental illness, homeless persons, domestic violence survivors, and families at risk. Dedicated to proving high quality, patient-centered services to support positive health outcomes. Knowledge of eCw, CAREWare a plus. 

 

CARE MANAGER 

 (Full Time)

 

Responsibilities:  Provide care coordination to the most vulnerable patients of the Boriken Neighborhood Health Center.  Working within a patient-centered medical home model, provide medical case management services, entitlement assistance, conducts health assessments and screenings, assistance with concrete service needs, health education and wellness services, and coordinated referrals to services available through the East Harlem Council for Human Services, Inc. and other agencies.  Actively participate in performance improvement and peer review process. Serve as an integral member of the multi-disciplinary care team.

 

Qualifications:  Bachelor’s in social work or related field. Five years experience providing supportive services to diverse populations preferred. Bilingual Spanish strongly preferred. Experience working with patients and families, including individuals with HIV/AIDS, a history of substance abuse, mental illness, domestic violence, and families at risk. Dedicated to providing high-quality patient-centered services

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ACCOUNTANT

 (Full Time)

 

Responsibilities:  Under the direction of the Controller, responsible for maintaining and operating a set of general books of account or set of accounts, including subsidiary ledgers, either manually or by using an automated accounting system. 


 

Qualifications: Proficiency in MS Excel, Word; ability to use Fund-EZ computerized accounting software; ability to carry out complex written and oral directions; some knowledge of accounting theory and methods; able to complete tasks accurately and timely with minimal supervision. Bachelors Degree required. 

 

DIRECTOR OF BILINGUAL HEAD START PROGRAM (HS)

(Full time)

 

Responsibilities: The Head Start Program Director coordinates all functions of the programs, provides leadership, supervises, and reports the CEO. Work in planning, designing, implementing, and evaluating program systems and in representing the agency in local, regional, state, and national communities. The Head Start Program Director is responsible for assuring that all program mandates and regulations are met on a daily basis. This position develops the structure, systems, and procedures that align with the mandates and regulations, and ensures that policies are carried out throughout the program. In addition to operational functions, the Director stays knowledgeable of fiscal, legal, and programmatic aspects of the programs. The position endures the leadership and responsibility of assuring that the program is strategically positioned for the future.

Qualifications: Master’s degree with a concentration in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Social Work, or a related field. Five years of experience in Head Start programming and administration, including systems development. Leadership experience in a Head Start program of comparable size. Strong skills in Head Start program planning, monitoring, and management. Experience working with a nonprofit organization. Strong understanding of the Head Start grant application process and reporting systems (ChildPlus), with proven success in securing funding. Experience in leading significant, forward-looking change initiatives. Preferably Bilingual/Spanish.

DIRECTOR OF SENIOR NUTRITION PROGRAM (SNP)

(Full time)

 

Responsibilities: The Senior Nutrition Program (SNP) Director plans, directs, and ensures the implementation of nutrition services to eligible seniors. They have full authority and responsibility to hire and supervise staff; and to evaluate services provided through SNP. 

Qualifications: Qualifications: Master degree in social work or related field, or a Bachelor degree with a minimum of seven years experience in supervision and administration of the program. Bilingual Spanish preferred.  Excellent written and oral communication skills. Proficiency in various software programs (Word, Excel, email, etc.)

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DIRECTOR OF BILINGUAL HEAD START PROGRAM (HS)

(Full time)

 

Responsibilities: The Head Start Program Director coordinates all functions of the programs, provides leadership, supervises, and reports the CEO. Work in planning, designing, implementing, and evaluating program systems and in representing the agency in local, regional, state, and national communities. The Head Start Program Director is responsible for assuring that all program mandates and regulations are met on a daily basis. This position develops the structure, systems, and procedures that align with the mandates and regulations, and ensures that policies are carried out throughout the program. In addition to operational functions, the Director stays knowledgeable of fiscal, legal, and programmatic aspects of the programs. The position endures the leadership and responsibility of assuring that the program is strategically positioned for the future.

Qualifications: Master’s degree with a concentration in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Social Work, or a related field. Five years of experience in Head Start programming and administration, including systems development. Leadership experience in a Head Start program of comparable size. Strong skills in Head Start program planning, monitoring, and management. Experience working with a nonprofit organization. Strong understanding of the Head Start grant application process and reporting systems (ChildPlus), with proven success in securing funding. Experience in leading significant, forward-looking change initiatives. Preferably Bilingual/Spanish.

DIRECTOR OF SENIOR NUTRITION PROGRAM (SNP)

(Full time)

 

Responsibilities: The Senior Nutrition Program (SNP) Director plans, directs, and ensures the implementation of nutrition services to eligible seniors. They have full authority and responsibility to hire and supervise staff; and to evaluate services provided through SNP. 

Qualifications: Qualifications: Master degree in social work or related field, or a Bachelor degree with a minimum of seven years experience in supervision and administration of the program. Bilingual Spanish preferred.  Excellent written and oral communication skills. Proficiency in various software programs (Word, Excel, email, etc.)

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