Paul Fender
About Paul Fender
Paul Fender serves as the Director of Quality Management at UF Health Jacksonville, a position he has held since 2020. With extensive experience in process improvement and quality management, he has worked in various roles at Parrish Medical Center prior to his current position.
Work at UF Health Jacksonville
Paul Fender has served as the Director of Quality Management at UF Health Jacksonville since 2020. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing quality management initiatives aimed at improving patient care and operational efficiency within the healthcare facility. His leadership focuses on implementing best practices and ensuring compliance with healthcare standards.
Previous Experience at Parrish Medical Center
Prior to his current position, Paul Fender held several roles at Parrish Medical Center. He worked as the Director of Diagnostic Services & Process Improvement from 2019 to 2020. Before that, he served as the Process Improvement Manager from 2015 to 2019 and as the Process Improvement Coordinator from 2010 to 2015. His career at Parrish Medical Center began as a Process Improvement Analyst from 2008 to 2010 and included a role as a Pharmacy Technician from 2002 to 2008.
Education and Expertise
Paul Fender has a strong educational background in engineering and healthcare administration. He earned a Master's degree in Industrial Engineering from the University of Central Florida, completing his studies from 2017 to 2019. He also holds a Bachelor's degree in Health Services Administration from the same institution. Additionally, he has obtained various certifications from Aveta Business Institute, including CSSBB and CSSMBB.
Certifications and Professional Development
Paul Fender has pursued professional development through various certifications. He achieved the Certified Six Sigma Black Belt (CSSBB) in 2010 and the Certified Six Sigma Master Black Belt (CSSMBB) from 2013 to 2014. These certifications reflect his expertise in process improvement methodologies and quality management.
Academic Background
In addition to his advanced degrees, Paul Fender studied General Studies at Eastern Florida State College, where he earned an Associate of Arts (AA). His educational journey also includes significant training in process improvement and quality management, which has contributed to his career in healthcare.