Essential skills: It is critical that the candidate demonstrate the ability to: Identify and select correct stores or stock item Identify expiry dates and storage conditions for perishable goods Maintain stock control documentation Use effective communication and interaction with colleagues, healthcare practitioners, clients and visitors Work in accordance with organisation procedures and OHS policy and procedures In addition, the candidate must be able to effectively do the task outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit, manage the task and manage contingencies in the context of the identified work role This includes the ability to: Apply procedures for ordering stock and stores Communicate effectively within the workplace Demonstrate safe handling of items stored Input and access data relating to stock control Receive and transfer information Recognise and adapt to cultural differences in the workplace, including modes of behaviour and interactions among staff and others Report to supervisor discrepancies/variations and issues outside the scope of practice Use appropriate method of disposal of outdated or unwanted stock or stores Use numeracy skills, including completing basic arithmetic calculations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division and recording numbers Use reading and writing skills required to fulfil job roles in a safe manner and as specified by organisation, to a level of skill that may range from the ability to understand symbols used in OHS signs, to reading workplace safety pamphlets or procedure manuals and reading labels Use technology as required to work safely and competently |