Careers

The team at Ohio Alleycat Resource is passionate and dedicated to the mission of making the world a better place for cats! If you ask us, there are few workplaces more exciting than one that is surrounded by cats and cat people! You may view any open positions below. We look forward to meeting you!

Department: Adoption Center: Medical
Reports to: Medical Manager
Salary: starting at $22.00/hour

Ohio Alleycat Resource & Spay/Neuter Clinic (OAR) is a non-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives of felines in the Greater Cincinnati Area. As part of our mission, we operate an adoption center and a feline-only, high-volume, high-quality spay/neuter clinic. Each year, our clinic provides affordable spay/neuter surgeries and preventative veterinary care to approximately 12,000 cats, and our adoption center places approximately 1,500 cats in loving homes!

We are currently seeking a Registered Veterinary Technician to join our team. The successful candidate will have a passion for animal welfare, a commitment to high-quality care, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
This position supports our Shelter Medical program, which allows candidates to hone a diverse skill set in shelter med! You’ll assist with specialty surgeries such as enucleations, dentals, and amputations, spay/neuter surgeries, and will support the health of our shelter cat population every day.
We offer a competitive benefits package, including paid time off, an employee discount program for personal pets, RVT licnese & CE reimbursement, a stipend for attending the Midwest Veterinary Conference biannually, and health insurance paid by the employer.

Please see the full job description below for more information about this exciting opportunity!

If this opportunity sounds like a good fit for you – apply today or send your resume to careers@ohioalleycat.org.

RVT – Adoption Center (Shelter)

The Shelter RVT is responsible for the daily care of the cats in the Adoption Center and in WAC. Significant responsibilities include caring for cats, providing examinations for new intakes, fosters, and cats currently housed in the Adoption Center, administering routine vaccinations and medications, and assisting in surgical procedures scheduled by the Shelter Medical Director.

  • Perform physical examinations to detect any signs of illness or disease.
  • Assist with procedures such as enucleations, amputations, and dentals.
  • Identify and implement the medical protocol designated by the Shelter Medical Director upon intake, before adoption, and once an animal is diagnosed with a specific medical condition.
  • Prepare vaccines and medications that will be used to inoculate and medicate animals received.
  • Administer vaccines and medications.
  • Take steps to ensure clean and sanitary conditions in the animal housing areas.
  • Perform animal restraint during medical procedures.
  • Maintain medical records in Shelter Manager software.
  • Work with volunteers, both in-house cat care and fosters, to instruct and advise in performing animal health care duties.
  • Providing emergency medical support during scheduled on-call shifts and as the Shelter Medical Director deems necessary.
  • Performing euthanasia on an animal that is untreatable and suffering inhumanely as directed by the Shelter Medical Director and/or the Chief Operating Officer of OAR.
  • Perform any task assigned by the Shelter Medical Director in a timely manner.

As needed:

  • Cleaning and maintaining kennels and facilities
  • Filling in at our Spay/Neuter Clinic

Department: Spay/Neuter Clinic
Reports to: Medical Manager
Salary: starting at $22.00/hour

Are you a Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) with a passion for feline care? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, high-energy environment where you can make a real difference in the lives of cats? If so, we want YOU to join our dedicated team at Ohio Alleycat Resource & Spay/Neuter Clinic (OAR)!

Who We Are:

At Ohio Alleycat Resource & Spay/Neuter Clinic (OAR), we envision a progressive community where cats can live their best lives. We provide affordable services and support to cats and their people in an inclusive environment.

We believe every cat deserves a chance to thrive, and our high-volume spay/neuter clinic is at the heart of our efforts to reduce pet overpopulation and improve feline welfare. By joining our team, you’ll be part of a compassionate, forward-thinking organization that’s making a real difference for cats and their communities.

Why Work With Us?

✨ Make an Impact: Be part of a mission-driven team dedicated to creating a better future for cats.
✨ Cats Only: If you’re a cat lover, this is the place for you! Our clinic focuses exclusively on feline patients, so you’ll spend your days surrounded by purrs and whiskers.
✨ Supportive Team: Work alongside a collaborative and compassionate team of veterinary professionals and animal wellbeing advocates who share your love for animals.

What You’ll Do:

  • Provide top-notch pre-op, intra-op, and post-op care to ensure the safety and comfort of every feline patient.
  • Administer anesthesia and monitor patients with precision and compassion.
  • Keep our clinic running smoothly by maintaining a clean, organized, and efficient workspace.

What We’re Looking For:

✅ Licensed RVT in Ohio.
✅ Experience working with cats in a veterinary or surgical setting preferred.
✅ Strong skills in anesthesia monitoring, surgical assisting, and feline patient care.
✅ A team player with excellent communication skills and a positive attitude.
✅ A true cat lover who’s passionate about animal welfare!

Bonus Points If You Have:

  • Experience in high-volume spay/neuter clinics or shelter medicine.
  • Knowledge of low-stress feline handling techniques.

Purrks of the Job:

  • Health & life insurance
  • Paid time off and six paid holidays each calendar year.
  • Continuing education & travel stipend for conferences or other CE opportunities
  • Retirement savings account
  • Employee discounts on veterinary services and pet products
  • A fun, supportive, and cat-filled work environment!
  • NO Nights, NO weekends, NO on call…your day will always be done by 3PM!

Ready to Join Our Team?

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and make a difference in the lives of cats, we’d love to hear from you! Submit your resume and a brief cover letter to careers@ohioalleycat.org

Let’s work together to create a progressive community where cats can live their best lives!