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Dr. Jill Bakota

Clinical Optometrist

optometrist Columbus Defense Health Agency
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Overview
Level
Staff
Tenure
4 years at Defense Health Agency
Gender
Female
Connections
332
Position in HealthTal Database
  • 12,945 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the optometrist specialty. Jill Bakota is one of them.
  • 174 contacts at Defense Health Agency are tracked in HealthTal.

    • Data refreshed June 2026.

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Education
Illinois College of Optometry
O.D.
2010
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Bachelor of Science (BS)
2006
Skills
Contact Lenses Optometry Lenses Cornea Treatment Primary Care Healthcare Diabetic Retinopathy Ocular Disease Pre/Post Op Cataract Macular Degeneration Medical Education Medicine Sunglasses Clinical Research Glaucoma Eye Exams Dry Eye
About Defense Health Agency
Industry
Law Firms & Legal Services
Employees
5000+
Revenue
$100M to <$1B
Website
health.mil
Professional Overview

Dr. Jill Bakota is a Clinical Optometrist, currently affiliated with Defense Health Agency, based in Columbus. As a optometrist, Dr. Bakota contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Columbus. They have been with Defense Health Agency for 4 years. Dr. Bakota holds academic credentials, including O.D. and Bachelor of Science (BS), from Illinois College of Optometry and University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Core competencies include Contact Lenses, Optometry, Lenses, Cornea, Treatment. Defense Health Agency operates in the Law Firms & Legal Services sector with a workforce of 5000+ employees. Healthcare organizations seeking to recruit optometrist professionals can use HealthTal to access verified direct email addresses and personal phone numbers sourced from NPI records and professional licensing databases. Direct outreach to optometrist specialists consistently yields higher response rates than passive job board postings, particularly for roles requiring specific clinical credentials or state licensure.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Jill Bakota located?
Dr. Jill Bakota is based in Columbus. They are currently affiliated with Defense Health Agency.
What is Dr. Jill Bakota's specialty?
Dr. Jill Bakota specializes in optometrist. Their current role is Clinical Optometrist.
Where does Dr. Jill Bakota currently work?
Dr. Jill Bakota currently works at Defense Health Agency. They have been there for 4 years.
What is Dr. Jill Bakota's educational background?
Dr. Jill Bakota attended Illinois College of Optometry and University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.
How do I contact Dr. Jill Bakota for recruiting?
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How do I recruit a optometrist?
Recruiting optometrists typically involves reaching out via direct email or phone. HealthTal's database provides verified contact data for optometrists across all 50 states, allowing you to contact candidates directly without going through job boards.
What is the average salary for a optometrist in the United States?
optometrists in the United States typically earn $95,000 to $175,000 annually, with a median of $131,000. Figures derive from BLS OEWS data, adjusted for state cost of labor. Senior-titled roles (Director, Manager, Chief) and high-acuity practice settings push the upper end.