Careers
Where Great Medicine and Great People Belong
At University Animal Clinic, culture doesn’t happen by accident. It’s shaped by the people we hire, the standards we uphold, and the way we support one another every day.
“We hold high standards for both medical skill and personal integrity. We believe great medicine is delivered by great people, and we protect the culture that makes that possible.” — Dr. Sam and Sam Samanowitz, Owners.
Our Workplace Culture
Why Join Our Team?
Insurance
- Health Insurance (50% employer-paid premiums)
- Dental and Vision Offered
- Life Insurance Offered
Financial
- 401(k) with dollar-for-dollar match up to 4%
- Performance-Based Annual Bonus
- 10% of year-over-year profitability shared with the team
- Based on performance review
Prioritizing Mental Health
Working in veterinary medicine definitely has its good and bad days. On our best days, we celebrate one another and lift each other up. But when we have a bad day, we are there for each other to listen, to support, and to carry the weight together.
However, showing up for one another doesn’t stop at teamwork alone. We offer an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to ensure our team has access to:
- Counseling and Therapy Services
- Legal and Financial Consultation
- Personal Support Resources
Our animal hospital also utilizes a Cubex system with dual fingerprint access for controlled medications, reinforcing accountability and creating a secure environment for both patients and team members.
Mental health awareness, safety, and open communication are not afterthoughts here. They are built into how we operate. We believe a healthy team provides the best care, and that starts with creating a culture where people feel heard, respected, and supported.
Team Building
We are a fun-loving group united by a shared purpose: providing exceptional care to our community’s pets, whether they have fur, scales, or feathers. That same spirit carries beyond the exam rooms, where we intentionally make time to connect through team-building events that strengthen our relationships and the care we provide. Some of our past events:
- Craft Boat Outings
- PopStroke Outings
- Elephant Sanctuary Visit
- Vendor-Sponsored Events
- Quarterly Team-Building Activities
- Themed In-Hospital Events
Teaching Hospital and University Partnerships
By mentoring future veterinarians and maintaining the high standards required by the University of Florida, we remain committed to strengthening our profession and serving our community with excellence.
University of Florida’s Veterinary Business Program & St. Petersburg College’s Veterinary Technology Program
Through this collaboration, we mentor students in veterinary business operations, financial planning, and practice ownership. This partnership offers a hands-on perspective that goes beyond medicine alone. By supporting both clinical and business education, we’re helping strengthen the future of the veterinary profession within our community.
We are proud to partner with St. Petersburg College’s Veterinary Technology Program, providing hands-on training opportunities for future veterinary technicians. Students complete clinical hours in our hospital, gaining real-world experience in both general and exotic animal care under the guidance of our experienced team.
