🇬🇭 Updated April 18, 2026

Veterinarian in Ghana

Detailed salary information for Veterinarian positions in Ghana, including pay in GHS and USD with national income comparison.

Annual Salary (per year)

68,320 GHS

Salary in USD / year

$5,158.2

National Percentile

Top 30%

About This Role

A Small Animal Veterinarian provides medical care to small pets, such as dogs and cats. They diagnose illnesses, perform surgeries, and advise pet owners on healthcare practices.

Key Responsibilities

Diagnose and treat illnesses and injuries in domestic pets, such as dogs and cats.
Perform surgeries, vaccinations, and routine check-ups.
Provide pet owners with medical advice and care plans.

Role Requirements & Work Profile

Experience Required

3–12 years

Typical experience range for this role

Work Arrangement

Part-Time

25%

Full-Time

23%

Contract

23%

Temporary

18%

Intern

13%

Common Qualifications

B.Tech

23%

M.Com

13%

BBA

13%

M.Tech

10%

BCA

10%

MCA

10%

Related Specializations

Professionals with the Veterinarian title in Ghana often specialize in these roles:

Small Animal Veterinarian Exotic Animal Veterinarian Equine Veterinarian

Common Benefits

Casual Dress Code

Social and Recreational Activities

Employee Referral Programs

Health and Wellness Facilities

Life and Disability Insurance

Stock Options or Equity Grants

Employee Recognition Programs

Health Insurance

Job Details

Job TitleVeterinarian

CategoryPet Care

Country🇬🇭 Ghana

CurrencyGHS

Annual Salary (per year)68,320 GHS

Annual Salary in USD (per year)$5,158.2

Income TierMiddle 40%

Income Distribution Comparison

How this salary compares to national income brackets

This Salary

68,320

Bottom 50% Avg

6,594

Middle 40% Avg

52,243

Top 10% Avg

262,811

Top 1% Avg

818,484

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