Communications Assistant - Audiology - Ear Institute at New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai - Full Time Days (Monday- Friday 8AM-4PM)

Communications assistants coordinate office activities, manage information and facilitate internal operations. New hires are trained on-the-job and begin with mostly administrative and clerical duties, such as answering phones, filing documents and disseminating information. Additional responsibilities may include planning meetings, scheduling appointments, reviewing communiqués and operating office equipment. Experienced assistants prepare agendas, conduct research and manage projects. These professionals may be required to create databases and spreadsheets as well as help prepare reports and presentations. Additionally, assistants may help support sales initiatives, fundraising efforts and media coverage. In these capacities, they may be asked to write press releases and assist with public relations functions.

1. Help implement communications strategies

2. Provide administrative support to programs and internal teams

3. Draft and edit communications copy (e.g. press releases, publications, social media posts)

4. Assist in maintaining web content and executing social media strategies

5. Update databases and media lists

6. Track projects and media exposure

7. Facilitate effective internal communications

8. Maintain calendars and appointments

9. Prepare presentations and reports

Education

• Associates Degree in Secretarial Science or related field, or HS/GED plus two years of related experience (Bachelor’s Degree preferred).

Experience

• 2-3 years administrative or medical office experience required

Compensation Statement

The Mount Sinai Health System (MSHS) provides salary ranges that comply with the New York City Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $20.46 - $28.53 Hourly. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, education, and operational need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.