{"id":19861,"date":"2024-10-08T13:20:25","date_gmt":"2024-10-08T05:20:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/?p=19861"},"modified":"2024-10-08T13:22:43","modified_gmt":"2024-10-08T05:22:43","slug":"physical-therapist-jobs-in-china","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/physical-therapist-jobs-in-china\/","title":{"rendered":"A Guide to Working as a Foreign Physical Therapist in China"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Foreign <a target=\"_blank\" class=\"inside_link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/tag\/physical-therapists\/\" title=\"View all posts in physical therapists\" >physical therapists<\/a> will embrace <a target=\"_blank\" class=\"inside_link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/tag\/chinese-culture\/\" title=\"View all posts in Chinese culture\" >Chinese culture<\/a> by practicing their profession as physical therapists here in <a target=\"_blank\" class=\"inside_link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/tag\/china\/\" title=\"View all posts in china\" >china<\/a>. This guide outlines entry <a target=\"_blank\" class=\"inside_link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/tag\/requirements\/\" title=\"View all posts in requirements\" >requirements<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/jobs\">how to apply<\/a>, the employment environment for physical therapist\u2019s, language and expectation of salary for <a target=\"_blank\" class=\"inside_link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/tag\/foreign\/\" title=\"View all posts in foreign\" >foreign<\/a> qualified physical therapists.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"19862\" src=\"https:\/\/media.hiredchina.com\/2024\/10\/20241008051228498-1024x683.jpg?imageView2\/0\/format\/webp\/q\/75\" alt=\"physical therapists\" class=\"wp-image-19862\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media.hiredchina.com\/2024\/10\/20241008051228498-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/media.hiredchina.com\/2024\/10\/20241008051228498-440x293.jpg 440w, https:\/\/media.hiredchina.com\/2024\/10\/20241008051228498-220x147.jpg 220w, https:\/\/media.hiredchina.com\/2024\/10\/20241008051228498-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/media.hiredchina.com\/2024\/10\/20241008051228498-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/media.hiredchina.com\/2024\/10\/20241008051228498-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_73 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/physical-therapist-jobs-in-china\/#Overview_of_Physical_Therapy_in_China\" title=\"Overview of Physical Therapy in China\">Overview of Physical Therapy in China<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/physical-therapist-jobs-in-china\/#Table_1_Key_Aspects_of_Physical_Therapy_in_China\" title=\"Table 1: Key Aspects of Physical Therapy in China\">Table 1: Key Aspects of Physical Therapy in China<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/physical-therapist-jobs-in-china\/#Qualifications_Needed_for_Physical_Therapists_in_China\" title=\"Qualifications Needed for Physical Therapists in China\">Qualifications Needed for Physical Therapists in China<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/physical-therapist-jobs-in-china\/#1_Educational_Background\" title=\"1. Educational Background\">1. Educational Background<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/physical-therapist-jobs-in-china\/#2_Licensure\" title=\"2. Licensure\">2. Licensure<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/physical-therapist-jobs-in-china\/#3_Experience\" title=\"3. Experience\">3. Experience<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/physical-therapist-jobs-in-china\/#4_Continuing_Education\" title=\"4. Continuing Education\">4. Continuing Education<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/physical-therapist-jobs-in-china\/#How_Foreigners_Can_Apply_for_Physical_Therapy_Jobs_in_China\" title=\"How Foreigners Can Apply for Physical Therapy Jobs in China\">How Foreigners Can Apply for Physical Therapy Jobs in China<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/physical-therapist-jobs-in-china\/#1_Research_Job_Openings\" title=\"1. Research Job Openings\">1. Research Job Openings<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/physical-therapist-jobs-in-china\/#2_Prepare_Your_Application\" title=\"2. Prepare Your Application\">2. Prepare Your Application<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/physical-therapist-jobs-in-china\/#3_Apply_for_Positions\" title=\"3. Apply for Positions\">3. Apply for Positions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/physical-therapist-jobs-in-china\/#4_Interviews\" title=\"4. Interviews\">4. Interviews<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/physical-therapist-jobs-in-china\/#5_Obtain_a_Work_Visa\" title=\"5. Obtain a Work Visa\">5. Obtain a Work Visa<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/physical-therapist-jobs-in-china\/#Job_Market_for_Physical_Therapists_in_China\" title=\"Job Market for Physical Therapists in China\">Job Market for Physical Therapists in China<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/physical-therapist-jobs-in-china\/#1_Increasing_Demand\" title=\"1. Increasing Demand\">1. Increasing Demand<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/physical-therapist-jobs-in-china\/#2_Diverse_Employment_Settings\" title=\"2. Diverse Employment Settings\">2. Diverse Employment Settings<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/physical-therapist-jobs-in-china\/#3_International_Clinics\" title=\"3. International Clinics\">3. International Clinics<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/physical-therapist-jobs-in-china\/#4_Professional_Growth\" title=\"4. Professional Growth\">4. Professional Growth<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/physical-therapist-jobs-in-china\/#Language_Requirements_for_Physical_Therapists_in_China\" title=\"Language Requirements for Physical Therapists in China\">Language Requirements for Physical Therapists in China<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/physical-therapist-jobs-in-china\/#1_Mandarin_Proficiency\" title=\"1. Mandarin Proficiency\">1. Mandarin Proficiency<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/physical-therapist-jobs-in-china\/#2_English-Speaking_Clinics\" title=\"2. English-Speaking Clinics\">2. English-Speaking Clinics<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/physical-therapist-jobs-in-china\/#Salary_Expectations_for_Foreign_Physical_Therapists_in_China\" title=\"Salary Expectations for Foreign Physical Therapists in China\">Salary Expectations for Foreign Physical Therapists in China<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/physical-therapist-jobs-in-china\/#1_Average_Salary\" title=\"1. Average Salary\">1. Average Salary<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/physical-therapist-jobs-in-china\/#2_Location_Variance\" title=\"2. Location Variance\">2. Location Variance<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/physical-therapist-jobs-in-china\/#3_Benefits\" title=\"3. Benefits\">3. Benefits<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/physical-therapist-jobs-in-china\/#Where_are_the_best_places_in_China_for_foreign_physical_therapists\" title=\"Where are the best places in China for foreign physical therapists?\">Where are the best places in China for foreign physical therapists?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/physical-therapist-jobs-in-china\/#1_Shanghai\" title=\"1. Shanghai\">1. Shanghai<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/physical-therapist-jobs-in-china\/#2_Beijing\" title=\"2. Beijing\">2. Beijing<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/physical-therapist-jobs-in-china\/#3_Guangzhou\" title=\"3. Guangzhou\">3. Guangzhou<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/physical-therapist-jobs-in-china\/#4_Shenzhen\" title=\"4. Shenzhen\">4. Shenzhen<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/physical-therapist-jobs-in-china\/#5_Chengdu\" title=\"5. Chengdu\">5. Chengdu<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-32\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/physical-therapist-jobs-in-china\/#6_Hangzhou\" title=\"6. Hangzhou\">6. Hangzhou<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-33\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/physical-therapist-jobs-in-china\/#7_Nanjing\" title=\"7. Nanjing\">7. Nanjing<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-34\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/physical-therapist-jobs-in-china\/#8_Xian\" title=\"8. Xi\u2019an\">8. Xi\u2019an<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-35\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/physical-therapist-jobs-in-china\/#FAQs\" title=\"FAQs\">FAQs<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-36\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/physical-therapist-jobs-in-china\/#1_What_Qualifications_Must_A_Physical_Therapist_Possess_In_China\" title=\"1. What Qualifications Must A Physical Therapist Possess In China?\">1. What Qualifications Must A Physical Therapist Possess In China?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-37\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/physical-therapist-jobs-in-china\/#2_Foreign_Physical_Therapists_can_apply_through_three_ways_in_China_as_explained_below\" title=\"2. Foreign Physical Therapists can apply through three ways in China as explained below.\">2. Foreign Physical Therapists can apply through three ways in China as explained below.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-38\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/physical-therapist-jobs-in-china\/#3_What_Is_the_Employment_Opportunity_for_Physical_Therapists_in_China\" title=\"3. What Is the Employment Opportunity for Physical Therapists in China?\">3. What Is the Employment Opportunity for Physical Therapists in China?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-39\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/physical-therapist-jobs-in-china\/#4_Do_Physical_Therapists_have_some_Language_Regulations_in_China\" title=\"4. Do Physical Therapists have some Language Regulations in China?\">4. Do Physical Therapists have some Language Regulations in China?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-40\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/physical-therapist-jobs-in-china\/#5_What_is_the_expected_salary_average_for_the_foreign_PT_and_physical_therapist_in_China\" title=\"5. What is the expected salary average for the foreign PT and physical therapist in China?\">5. What is the expected salary average for the foreign PT and physical therapist in China?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Overview_of_Physical_Therapy_in_China\"><\/span><strong>Overview of Physical Therapy in China<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Basically, the development of the physical therapy profession has expanded the past few decades in China, and the treatment methods have shifted from traditional medical therapies primarily influenced by Chinese culture to those originating from the western world. Due to an ever expanding elderly population and the growing knowledge of rehabilitation one can understand the need for physical therapists and thus the growth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Table_1_Key_Aspects_of_Physical_Therapy_in_China\"><\/span><strong>Table 1: Key Aspects of Physical Therapy in China<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Aspect<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Description<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Historical Context<\/strong><\/td><td>Traditional <a target=\"_blank\" class=\"inside_link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/tag\/chinese-medicine\/\" title=\"View all posts in Chinese medicine\" >Chinese medicine<\/a> influences<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Modern Practices<\/strong><\/td><td>Combination of Western and Eastern techniques<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Patient Demographics<\/strong><\/td><td>Aging population, sports injuries, chronic conditions<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Employment Settings<\/strong><\/td><td>Hospitals, rehabilitation centers, private clinics<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Qualifications_Needed_for_Physical_Therapists_in_China\"><\/span><strong>Qualifications Needed for Physical Therapists in China<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To work a foreign physical therapist in China, there are some requirements that one needs to meet. Such qualifications enable the practitioners to practice safe <a href=\"https:\/\/dictionary.cambridge.org\/dictionary\/english\/appropriate\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">appropriate<\/a> patient care as required by the profession.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Educational_Background\"><\/span><strong>1. Educational Background<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A degree in physical therapy from a recognized University at bachelor\u2019s or master\u2019s level.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Certain <a target=\"_blank\" class=\"inside_link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/tag\/jobs\/\" title=\"View all posts in jobs\">jobs<\/a> may necessitate an applicant to possess additional licenses or a doctor of physical therapy.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Licensure\"><\/span><strong>2. Licensure<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Foreign physical therapists have to get their practice license to practice in China. This is usually accomplished by completion or an acceptable alternative to the National Physical Therapy Examination (NPTE).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Experience\"><\/span><strong>3. Experience<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Sometimes there are specific requirements for adequate clinical experience. Some vacancies require at least 2 years of experience in a clinic or hospital and some just look at correspondence degrees.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Continuing_Education\"><\/span><strong>4. Continuing Education<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>It is important to update a physical therapist with the latest knowledge and new practices and this can be done through continuing education and development.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-3 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"19863\" src=\"https:\/\/media.hiredchina.com\/2024\/10\/20241008051247628-1024x683.jpg?imageView2\/0\/format\/webp\/q\/75\" alt=\"physical therapists jobs\" class=\"wp-image-19863\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media.hiredchina.com\/2024\/10\/20241008051247628-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/media.hiredchina.com\/2024\/10\/20241008051247628-440x293.jpg 440w, https:\/\/media.hiredchina.com\/2024\/10\/20241008051247628-220x147.jpg 220w, https:\/\/media.hiredchina.com\/2024\/10\/20241008051247628-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/media.hiredchina.com\/2024\/10\/20241008051247628-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/media.hiredchina.com\/2024\/10\/20241008051247628-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Foreigners_Can_Apply_for_Physical_Therapy_Jobs_in_China\"><\/span><strong>How Foreigners Can Apply for Physical Therapy Jobs in China<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The general procedures in applying for the physical therapy jobs in China are not hard if certain procedures are followed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Research_Job_Openings\"><\/span><strong>1. Research Job Openings<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Explore the internet offering like LinkedIn, Glassdoor and other <a target=\"_blank\" class=\"inside_link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/tag\/health\/\" title=\"View all posts in health\">health<\/a>care specific job portals.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Talk with other <a target=\"_blank\" class=\"inside_link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/tag\/trade\/\" title=\"View all posts in trade\">trade<\/a> professionals to find out about available jobs.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Prepare_Your_Application\"><\/span><strong>2. Prepare Your Application<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Ideally it\u2019s time to update the resume and ensure it is biased toward the particular type of job or industry you are applying for.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It is a necessity, therefore, to provide a cover letter, where you need to focus on the skills that you have and the interest in the Chinese <a target=\"_blank\" class=\"inside_link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/tag\/market\/\" title=\"View all posts in market\">market<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Apply_for_Positions\"><\/span><strong>3. Apply for Positions<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Apply directly on the organizations\u2019 website or go to professional recruitment firms that deal with <a target=\"_blank\" class=\"inside_link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/tag\/healthcare\/\" title=\"View all posts in healthcare\">healthcare<\/a> job vacancies in China.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Interviews\"><\/span><strong>4. <a target=\"_blank\" class=\"inside_link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/tag\/interview\/\" title=\"View all posts in Interview\">Interview<\/a>s<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Expect interviews that are carried out via video conferencing. Cultural sensitivity and a willingness to adapt are the two things that are most important.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Obtain_a_Work_Visa\"><\/span><strong>5. Obtain a Work <a target=\"_blank\" class=\"inside_link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/tag\/visa\/\" title=\"View all posts in Visa\">Visa<\/a><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Upon the offer of a position, your employer will help you obtain the work visa which is compulsory for anyone who intends to work in China \u2013 the Z visa.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Job_Market_for_Physical_Therapists_in_China\"><\/span><strong>Job Market for Physical Therapists in China<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The job market for physical therapists in China is promising, driven by several factors:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Increasing_Demand\"><\/span><strong>1. Increasing Demand<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>As a result of an aging population there may be increased demands for rehabilitation, which will help to open more jobs.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Diverse_Employment_Settings\"><\/span><strong>2. Diverse Employment Settings<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Potential employees of these occupations may secure their job at hospitals, rehabilitation centers, clinics, and sports centers, as well as independent practice.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_International_Clinics\"><\/span><strong>3. International Clinics<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Abroad, many clinics and hospitals recruit foreign physical therapists and those can be a good way to get a job.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Professional_Growth\"><\/span><strong>4. Professional Growth<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The college also provides chances of growth in the profession and subspecialty options for workers in areas such as sports medicine, pediatric, and geriatric therapy.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-4 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"19864\" src=\"https:\/\/media.hiredchina.com\/2024\/10\/20241008051306475-1024x683.jpg?imageView2\/0\/format\/webp\/q\/75\" alt=\"physical therapists jobs in china\" class=\"wp-image-19864\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media.hiredchina.com\/2024\/10\/20241008051306475-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/media.hiredchina.com\/2024\/10\/20241008051306475-440x293.jpg 440w, https:\/\/media.hiredchina.com\/2024\/10\/20241008051306475-220x147.jpg 220w, https:\/\/media.hiredchina.com\/2024\/10\/20241008051306475-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/media.hiredchina.com\/2024\/10\/20241008051306475-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/media.hiredchina.com\/2024\/10\/20241008051306475-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Language_Requirements_for_Physical_Therapists_in_China\"><\/span><strong>Language Requirements for Physical Therapists in China<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While there is a growing acceptance of English in urban areas, <a target=\"_blank\" class=\"inside_link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/tag\/language-skills\/\" title=\"View all posts in language skills\">language skills<\/a> play a significant role in daily practice:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Mandarin_Proficiency\"><\/span><strong>1. Mandarin Proficiency<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Even some of the most rudimentary understanding of Mandarin can go a very long way in terms of interacting with patients and co-workers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Although the clinics may provide services in English and other foreign languages, there may be a necessity for the worker to understand Mandarin in dealing with some locals.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_English-Speaking_Clinics\"><\/span><strong>2. English-Speaking Clinics<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Many clinics or hospitals for example may serve the expatriate community and do not necessarily need the mandarin-speaking employee.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Salary_Expectations_for_Foreign_Physical_Therapists_in_China\"><\/span><strong>Salary Expectations for Foreign Physical Therapists in China<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Salaries for foreign physical therapists in China can vary based on experience, location, and type of employment:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Average_Salary\"><\/span><strong>1. Average Salary<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Foreign physical therapist earns an average of $2,000 \u2013 $4,000 depending on the city and employer.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Location_Variance\"><\/span><strong>2. Location Variance<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Generally, big cities such as Beijing, Shanghai and Guangzhou have better paying jobs than the small cities.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Benefits\"><\/span><strong>3. Benefits<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Apart from wages, other incentives that are generally provided by employers to their employees include; accommodation allowance, medical care provisions and leave allowance.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_are_the_best_places_in_China_for_foreign_physical_therapists\"><\/span><strong>Where are the best places in China for foreign physical therapists?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some of the best cities in China for foreign physical therapists to work in, along with a brief overview of each:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Shanghai\"><\/span><strong>1. Shanghai<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Overview<\/strong>: Shanghai is one of the biggest cities in China and experienced fast development of the health care industry offering many International hospitals and clinics.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Advantages:<\/strong> Opportunities for overseas medical workers, attractive pay and good <a target=\"_blank\" class=\"inside_link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/tag\/news\/\" title=\"View all posts in news\">news<\/a> about expats.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Beijing\"><\/span><strong>2. Beijing<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Overview:<\/strong> The capital city provides employment <a target=\"_blank\" class=\"inside_link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/tag\/opportunities\/\" title=\"View all posts in opportunities\">opportunities<\/a> in governmental sectors in hospitals and also in private practitioners.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Advantages:<\/strong> Culturally related entertainment, great potential for connections, and great pay for physical therapist.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Guangzhou\"><\/span><strong>3. Guangzhou<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Overview:<\/strong> Being one of the most developed cities with new and advanced healthcare facilities, Guangzhou requires physical therapy services.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Advantages:<\/strong> Traditional and technical medical approaches, patients of different age and origin, and lower <a target=\"_blank\" class=\"inside_link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/tag\/cost-of-living\/\" title=\"View all posts in cost of living\">cost of living<\/a> as compared to Beijing and Shanghai cities.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Shenzhen\"><\/span><strong>4. <a target=\"_blank\" class=\"inside_link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/tag\/shenzhen\/\" title=\"View all posts in Shenzhen\">Shenzhen<\/a><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Overview:<\/strong> Founded as a technological city, Shenzhen has attracted a rapid growth in healthcare services and physical therapy inclusive.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Advantages:<\/strong> Enlightened medical practices, youthful population, and possibility of a high salary remuneration.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Chengdu\"><\/span><strong>5. Chengdu<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Overview:<\/strong> Chengdu is known for its laid-back culture and hot Pot <a target=\"_blank\" class=\"inside_link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/tag\/food\/\" title=\"View all posts in food\">food<\/a>, it is already seeing waves of foreigners, particularly in the working class.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Advantages:<\/strong> Growing need for physical therapists, relatively low cost of living, and clear receptiveness of foreign professions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Hangzhou\"><\/span><strong>6. Hangzhou<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Overview:<\/strong> This is because Hangzhou is well known place, known for its beautiful scenes and serialization as a tech city, thus; it serves as host to many an <a target=\"_blank\" class=\"inside_link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/tag\/international\/\" title=\"View all posts in international\">international<\/a> companies including the healthcare facilities.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Advantages:<\/strong> Increasing market in health care, improving life standards and enriching culture.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Nanjing\"><\/span><strong>7. Nanjing<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Overview:<\/strong> Nanjing has become a new popular destination for POEs; especially healthcare workers due to enhanced education and healthcare systems.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Advantages:<\/strong> Cultural <a target=\"_blank\" class=\"inside_link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/tag\/tourism\/\" title=\"View all posts in tourism\">tourism<\/a>, past importance, and rootedness, affordability standards, developing career paths in the medical field.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Xian\"><\/span><strong>8. Xi\u2019an<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Overview: <\/strong>Although still well-known primarily for its historical landmarks, Xi\u2019an is gradually strengthening its health care, including physical therapy.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Advantages:<\/strong> Presence of enriched culture, relatively low cost of living and improvement in demand for human resources in health facility.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-5 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"19866\" src=\"https:\/\/media.hiredchina.com\/2024\/10\/20241008051329828-1024x683.jpg?imageView2\/0\/format\/webp\/q\/75\" alt=\"physical therapists jobs in china for foreigner\" class=\"wp-image-19866\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media.hiredchina.com\/2024\/10\/20241008051329828-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/media.hiredchina.com\/2024\/10\/20241008051329828-440x293.jpg 440w, https:\/\/media.hiredchina.com\/2024\/10\/20241008051329828-220x147.jpg 220w, https:\/\/media.hiredchina.com\/2024\/10\/20241008051329828-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/media.hiredchina.com\/2024\/10\/20241008051329828-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/media.hiredchina.com\/2024\/10\/20241008051329828-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The nature of a job as a foreign physical therapist in China is another chance to see the interesting country and support the health care service. The following points of entry may be summarized for an aspiring student looking to pursue a career in Informatics: As long as the basic qualifications that consist of a Bachelor of Science degree in a relevant major in combination with the right knowledge of the application and Job fair or market this challenging medical field can be a very rewarding career path to take.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span>FAQs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_What_Qualifications_Must_A_Physical_Therapist_Possess_In_China\"><\/span><strong>1. What Qualifications Must A Physical Therapist Possess <a target=\"_blank\" class=\"inside_link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/tag\/in-china\/\" title=\"View all posts in In China\">In China<\/a>?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The minimum educational qualification required is a bachelor or master\u2019s degree in physical therapy, licensure and working experience.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Foreign_Physical_Therapists_can_apply_through_three_ways_in_China_as_explained_below\"><\/span><strong>2. Foreign Physical Therapists can apply through three ways in China as explained below.<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Search jobs advertised online, create your resume, apply through posted websites or headhunters, and get a work permit upon being hired.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_What_Is_the_Employment_Opportunity_for_Physical_Therapists_in_China\"><\/span><strong>3. What Is the Employment Opportunity for Physical Therapists in China?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>General employment outlook for rehabilitation professionals is fairly good owing to growing rehabilitation needs and range of employment opportunities.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Do_Physical_Therapists_have_some_Language_Regulations_in_China\"><\/span><strong>4. Do Physical Therapists have some Language Regulations in China?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Essential Chinese is useful, although the majority of the international clinics work in English.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_What_is_the_expected_salary_average_for_the_foreign_PT_and_physical_therapist_in_China\"><\/span><strong>5. What is the expected salary average for the foreign PT and physical therapist in China?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The wages offered vary from $2,000 to $4,000 monthly depending on the region and contract experience level, in addition to other offerings.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Foreign physical therapists will embrace Chinese culture by practicing their profession as physical therapists here in china. This guide outlines entry requirements, how to apply, the employment environment for physical &#8230;","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":19864,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[41,21,33],"tags":[60,386,311,1421,1780,1972,1874,1438,306,1713,1891,709,29,34,1689,1209,27,1968,2613,2614,2615,1696,230,215,1894,309,156],"class_list":["post-19861","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-china-jobs","category-hot-jobs","category-part-time-job","tag-china","tag-chinese-culture","tag-chinese-medicine","tag-cost-of-living","tag-food","tag-foreign","tag-health","tag-healthcare","tag-hiredchina","tag-in-china","tag-international","tag-interview","tag-jobs","tag-jobs-in-china","tag-language-skills","tag-market","tag-news","tag-opportunities","tag-physical-therapists","tag-physical-therapists-jobs","tag-physical-therapists-jobs-in-china","tag-requirements","tag-shenzhen","tag-tourism","tag-trade","tag-visa","tag-work-visa"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/19861","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=19861"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/19861\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":19869,"href":"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/19861\/revisions\/19869"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/19864"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=19861"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=19861"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=19861"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}