I'm not sure exacly where the comments are being put, whether it is a new checklist item, renaming a checklist item or putting a comment in the comments section but one surefire way for you to get a notification is for your assistant to @mention you with your Trello handle...
Example:
@[deleted] This is ready for you to review
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